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GV55 EKZ

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

81,699 mi
Last recorded81,699 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV55 EKZ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2026 81,699 miles

Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Pass 1 Oct 2025 67,028 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2025 67,028 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Offside front (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 10 Sep 2024 53,370 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3MM (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 38,100 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Sep 2023 38,100 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 22,771 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 22,296 miles

Offside Front Inner Nail in tyre

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing spare tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 24 Sep 2020 21,130 miles

Spare tyre defective Cracking around edge.

Pass 24 Sep 2019 20,339 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 19,678 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2017 18,942 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2016 18,266 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 16,899 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 15,688 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Sep 2013 14,693 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 13,493 miles

both front brake discs worn

Pass 21 Sep 2011 12,250 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2011 12,250 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 18 Sep 2010 10,561 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 8,693 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 6,846 miles

rear wiper blade split

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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GV55 EKZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 GV55 EKZ, 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 GV55 EKZ registered?

GV55 EKZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is GV55 EKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV55 EKZ shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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