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GL05 DTZ

2005 Citroen Xsara

Green Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

175,483 mi
Last recorded175,483 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2013
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL05 DTZ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2013 175,483 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2013 175,429 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Sep 2012 139,128 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 26 Sep 2012 139,122 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 104,823 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 101,581 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 97,801 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 95,893 miles

Nearside Rear 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 9 Jul 2008 72,271 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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GL05 DTZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Green with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 GL05 DTZ, 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 GL05 DTZ registered?

GL05 DTZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 14 July 2005.

Is GL05 DTZ safe to buy?

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