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GV55 VHC

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

89,759 mi
Last recorded89,759 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV55 VHC
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2017 89,759 miles

Corrosion underside in places

Misting of oil around steering rack

Nearside front tyre perished

Offside front tyre perished

Fail 25 Oct 2017 89,759 miles

Corrosion underside in places

Misting of oil around steering rack

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside front tyre perished

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside front tyre perished

Pass 3 Nov 2016 87,660 miles

offside lower sill damaged

Pass 17 Nov 2015 85,498 miles

front and rear brake discs corroded/worn

Fail 17 Nov 2015 85,498 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front and rear brake discs corroded/worn

under tray loose/damaged

Pass 3 Nov 2014 81,949 miles

rear tyres perished

Fail 3 Nov 2014 81,949 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

rear tyres perished

Pass 25 Oct 2013 76,591 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 25 Oct 2013 76,591 miles

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Nov 2012 70,907 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

botyh rear Tyres perishing

front wipers poor

nearside front Tyre cut outer sidewall

offside sill damaged

Pass 23 Nov 2011 64,819 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 58,008 miles

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

Rear brake discs wearing thin

offside handbrake reading low

Pass 19 Nov 2009 50,192 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 39,159 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 VHC is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 VHC, 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 VHC registered?

GV55 VHC is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 23 November 2005.

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