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GU05 SVF

2005 Citroen Xsara

Gold Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

69,683 mi
Last recorded69,683 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU05 SVF
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2018 69,683 miles

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 27 Feb 2017 66,473 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2016 63,311 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2015 59,164 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2015 59,164 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2014 54,582 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 27 Feb 2013 50,610 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear exhaust strap corroded.

Fail 27 Feb 2013 50,610 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear exhaust strap corroded.

Pass 1 Sep 2011 43,912 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2011 43,912 miles

Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Pass 31 Aug 2010 38,483 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2009 31,097 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

offside front tie-bar dust cover split

Fail 18 Mar 2009 31,097 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Feb 2008 27,046 miles

engine undertray fitted

small cut osr tyre

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 SVF is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Gold with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SVF, 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 SVF registered?

GU05 SVF is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 3 March 2005.

Is GU05 SVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU05 SVF shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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