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GK55 VJJ

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

116,952 mi
Last recorded116,952 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2022
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK55 VJJ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2022 116,952 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2021 113,022 miles

Exhaust Mounting Deteriorated

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

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

Fail 28 Oct 2021 113,022 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Exhaust Mounting Deteriorated

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

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

Pass 31 Oct 2020 107,795 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Fail 24 Oct 2020 107,733 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 99,760 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 14 Jul 2018 92,082 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 13 Jul 2017 84,686 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2017 84,686 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2016 82,153 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2016 82,153 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front wiper blades splitting

Pass 14 Jul 2015 76,665 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2014 73,095 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 65,164 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2012 58,470 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 50,370 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 41,128 miles

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

front brake discs worn

Pass 19 Sep 2009 31,230 miles

Stone chip in windscreen out of the swept area.

Pass 16 Sep 2008 23,711 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 VJJ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 VJJ, 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 VJJ registered?

GK55 VJJ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 24 September 2005.

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