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GK55 VHU

2005 Citroen Xsara

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

168,571 mi
Last recorded168,571 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2023
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK55 VHU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2023 168,571 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2022 158,908 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 148,650 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 136,907 miles

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 127,166 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 122,747 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2018 122,747 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2017 113,303 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 25 Feb 2017 113,303 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 24 Mar 2016 101,838 miles

Nearside Rear tyre is cracked on outer tread edge

Offside Front tyre is cracked on outer tyrewall

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 93,005 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 81,155 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 80,702 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

bth rear tyres cracking

n/s/f tyre bald outer edge

Fail 17 Sep 2012 80,702 miles

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

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

bth rear tyres cracking

n/s/f tyre bald outer edge

Pass 21 Sep 2011 79,390 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2011 79,385 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

fuel filler pipe to tank is perished

Pass 15 Feb 2011 78,077 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 71,529 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 51,173 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 25,897 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 9,341 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 VHU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VHU, 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 GK55 VHU registered?

GK55 VHU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 26 September 2005.

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