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GU05 RMZ

2005 Citroen Xsara

Green Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

66,771 mi
Last recorded66,771 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU05 RMZ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2019 66,771 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Bottom shock bushes perished (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 18 Oct 2019 66,746 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine Bottom of oil filter rotted (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Bottom shock bushes perished (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 19 Oct 2018 61,473 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Rear and side indicators slight discolour. (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Slight play both sides. ()

Pass 18 Oct 2017 57,130 miles

n/s/f tyre perished on outer wall

Pass 5 Sep 2016 52,585 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 49,112 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 45,422 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 41,897 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 36,978 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 31,528 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2011 31,528 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2011 31,446 miles

both front and nearside rear tyre slight cracking in sidewalls

Pass 21 Jun 2010 29,431 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 26,643 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 24,388 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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GU05 RMZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Green with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 GU05 RMZ, 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 GU05 RMZ registered?

GU05 RMZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 24 March 2005.

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