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GV55 VGR

2005 Citroen Xsara

Green Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

40,899 mi
Last recorded40,899 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2020
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV55 VGR
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2020 40,899 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Both nearside and offside tyres perished/cracked

Fail 23 Jul 2020 40,898 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Product on lens (4.1.2 (c))

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Both nearside and offside tyres perished/cracked

Pass 1 Aug 2019 31,867 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2019 31,867 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 26,267 miles

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

rear suspension components corroded

Pass 3 Aug 2017 25,578 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (2.4.G.1)

Fail 3 Aug 2017 25,578 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (2.4.G.1)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 24,382 miles

rear suspension arms and shock absorber mounts have corrosion

Pass 3 Aug 2015 22,041 miles

rear suspension arms corroded

Pass 14 Aug 2014 20,217 miles

rear suspension components corroded

Pass 25 Oct 2013 19,285 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 17,254 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 15,320 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 13,710 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 11,787 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 9,846 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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GV55 VGR is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Green with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 VGR, 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 GV55 VGR registered?

GV55 VGR is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 October 2005.

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