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GK55 VKS

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2015
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

78,290 mi
Last recorded78,290 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2015
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK55 VKS
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Fail 24 Sep 2015 78,290 miles

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

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

nearside front outer sill corroded but not considered excessive

offside wiper deteriorated

Pass 15 Sep 2014 76,253 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2014 76,253 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Speedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 22,326 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2013 22,325 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 29 Sep 2012 68,386 miles

exhaust system becoming corroded

nearside front tyre wearing outer edge

Pass 28 Sep 2011 56,491 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2010 50,044 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Sep 2010 50,044 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 42,033 miles

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

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 1 Oct 2008 36,669 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2008 36,666 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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 VKS is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 VKS, 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 GK55 VKS registered?

GK55 VKS is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is GK55 VKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK55 VKS shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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