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GK55 YXZ

2005 Citroen Xsara

Beige Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2021
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

86,159 mi
Last recorded86,159 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2020
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK55 YXZ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2020 86,159 miles

engine management light on

Fail 17 Jul 2020 86,159 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

engine management light on

Pass 23 Jul 2019 78,765 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Jul 2019 78,760 miles

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 25 Jul 2018 72,823 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2018 72,791 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2017 68,553 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2017 68,553 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Sep 2016 64,689 miles

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

Fail 15 Sep 2016 64,689 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 60,552 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 55,827 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 51,697 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2012 46,452 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 11 Sep 2012 46,452 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 40,581 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 35,217 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2009 29,279 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 29,279 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 22,203 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 YXZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Beige with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 YXZ, 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 YXZ registered?

GK55 YXZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 20 September 2005.

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