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GV05 MPO

2005 Citroen Xsara

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

53,620 mi
Last recorded53,620 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV05 MPO
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2019 53,620 miles

exhaust manifold heat shield loose

under engine cover fitted

Fail 17 Jun 2019 53,620 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

exhaust manifold heat shield loose

under engine cover fitted

Pass 4 Jun 2018 52,510 miles

Nearside Front tyre outer sidewall worn and marked

under engine cover fitted

Fail 4 Jun 2018 52,477 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Front tyre outer sidewall worn and marked

under engine cover fitted

Pass 12 Jun 2017 51,054 miles

upper and lower engine covers fitted

Pass 13 Jun 2016 49,490 miles

Offside outer sill damaged

upper and lower engine covers fitted

Pass 15 Jun 2015 47,548 miles

o/s outer sill damaged.

Pass 16 Jun 2014 45,299 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 42,999 miles

n/s/f tyre outer sidewall marked.

o/s outer sill corroded.

Pass 19 Jun 2012 40,877 miles

temporary repair rear exhaust bracket

Pass 23 Jun 2011 38,102 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 Jun 2010 34,875 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 31,792 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 21,685 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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GV05 MPO is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GV05 MPO, 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 GV05 MPO registered?

GV05 MPO is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 10 June 2005.

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