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GK05 RRU

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2017
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

168,778 mi
Last recorded168,778 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK05 RRU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2016 168,778 miles

Rear silencer mounting bracket corroded through

Fail 24 Jun 2016 168,247 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Crack in windscreen just outside swept area

Rear silencer mounting bracket corroded through

Fail 8 Jun 2015 141,720 miles

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jun 2015 141,720 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jun 2014 132,131 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2014 132,131 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

engine management light on

Pass 18 Jun 2013 123,579 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front tyres wearing on outer edge

Pass 18 Jun 2012 115,170 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2012 115,170 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 108,210 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 100,275 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2010 100,275 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 18 Jun 2009 93,390 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 18 Jun 2009 93,390 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 81,628 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen Xsara?

Based on 5,047,330 MOT tests across 355,498 vehicles.

69.1%
Pass Rate
7,021
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
355,498
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 242,573
Registration plate lamp not working 140,363
Stop lamp not working 132,977
position lamp(s) not working 129,143
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 102,720
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GK05 RRU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2005 Citroen Xsara models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 71,718 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Citroen Xsara fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 242,573 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GK05 RRU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Xsara typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 21 years old, this Citroen Xsara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GK05 RRU registered?

GK05 RRU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is GK05 RRU safe to buy?

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