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GK05 ZLN

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

172,091 mi
Last recorded172,091 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK05 ZLN
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Fail 16 Aug 2019 172,091 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust silencer likely to become detached missing (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Apr 2018 164,800 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2018 164,800 miles

Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated both (2.6.1)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 158,216 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play slight noise (2.6.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front on edges (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 Apr 2017 158,216 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both fronts on edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play slight noise (2.6.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 152,544 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2016 152,544 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 145,937 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 125,571 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 106,048 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2013 106,048 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 84,323 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 71,437 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front brake discs pitted and worn

Pass 9 Apr 2010 56,271 miles

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

Fail 9 Apr 2010 56,271 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 48,900 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 37,455 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 ZLN is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 ZLN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GK05 ZLN registered?

GK05 ZLN is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 9 March 2005.

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