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GK55 VHG

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2019
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

118,527 mi
Last recorded118,527 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK55 VHG
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Fail 8 Aug 2019 118,527 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 104,581 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 8 Aug 2018 104,581 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 98,307 miles

advise nearside rear tyre showing age related cracks and tears and sign of perishing

Fail 1 Aug 2017 98,213 miles

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

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

advise nearside rear tyre showing age related cracks and tears and sign of perishing

Pass 3 Aug 2016 90,798 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2016 90,795 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported centre pipe rear mounting (7.1.1)

front brake excessively fluctuating both and bouncing on pedal (3.7.B.3)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 87,316 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 80,885 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2013 71,279 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Oct 2012 62,175 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 55,711 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2011 55,711 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2010 48,901 miles

NEARSIDE STEERING GAITOR HAS BEEN REPAIRED

Fail 27 Sep 2010 48,901 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2009 41,014 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 6 Oct 2009 41,014 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Sep 2008 30,712 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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GK55 VHG is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 GK55 VHG, 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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GK55 VHG is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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