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GU54 WXC

2005 Citroen Xsara

Beige Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2025
Tests27 (17 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate63%

Mileage

116,900 mi
Last recorded116,900 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2024
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU54 WXC
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 10 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2024 116,900 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 4 Jan 2024 116,900 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2023 111,318 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 106,348 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2022 106,348 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Jan 2021 101,055 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2021 101,049 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jan 2020 95,684 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 89,372 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2019 89,372 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2018 84,007 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2018 84,007 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover missing (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 14 Jan 2017 78,323 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2016 72,028 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2016 72,028 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported back box (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Jan 2015 66,276 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Jan 2015 66,224 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jan 2014 59,967 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2014 59,919 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2013 53,584 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 47,202 miles

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

Spare tyre defective

Fail 13 Jan 2011 41,093 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

rear brakes noisey

Pass 13 Jan 2011 41,093 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

rear brakes noisey

Pass 14 Jan 2010 33,754 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2010 33,754 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Jan 2009 26,555 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 19,432 miles

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

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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GU54 WXC is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Beige with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63%.

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 GU54 WXC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GU54 WXC registered?

GU54 WXC is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 17 January 2005.

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