CarVerify

Free Car Check

GK05 ZLX

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1997cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2016
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

133,763 mi
Last recorded133,763 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Citroen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

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

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Fail 2 Jun 2016 133,763 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded front of sill (5.2.6)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 14 Apr 2016 132,916 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Rear exhaust clamp corroded through

Pass 5 Mar 2015 123,450 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 5 Mar 2015 123,450 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Feb 2014 115,904 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2014 115,904 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 28 Feb 2013 106,123 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 28 Feb 2013 106,123 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Feb 2012 98,303 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2012 98,303 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

n/s steering rack has slight play

o/s/f flasher pale

Pass 4 Mar 2011 88,270 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 71,989 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 57,074 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 40,114 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
Full Citroen Xsara reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

GK05 ZLX is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 ZLX, 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

How do I check the history of GK05 ZLX?

You can check the full history of GK05 ZLX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GK05 ZLX registered?

GK05 ZLX is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 2 March 2005.

Is GK05 ZLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK05 ZLX shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GK05 ZLX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on GK05 ZLX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.