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GU05 SVS

2005 Citroen Xsara

Purple Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

107,869 mi
Last recorded107,869 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU05 SVS
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2018 107,869 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2017 97,395 miles

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

Fail 30 Oct 2017 97,395 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 10 Oct 2016 91,120 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 10 Oct 2016 91,120 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Oct 2015 84,358 miles

Front registration plate damaged

Pass 31 Oct 2014 77,601 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 71,467 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 4 Oct 2012 63,802 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 57,842 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 51,919 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 45,287 miles

engine undertray fitted

front tyres cracking

n/s/f tyre on 2mm

o/s/r tyre cracking

Pass 4 Nov 2008 39,252 miles

Oil leak

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

engine undertray fitted

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 SVS is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Purple with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 SVS, 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 SVS registered?

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

Is GU05 SVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU05 SVS shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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