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GV55 VWT

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2018
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

126,433 mi
Last recorded126,433 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2017 126,433 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 113,382 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2014 47,758 miles

Front tyres worn to limit

Fail 4 Nov 2014 47,758 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front tyres worn to limit

Pass 14 Jun 2013 81,395 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

exhaust system slightly deteriated and rear exhaust missing hanger

Fail 14 Jun 2013 81,395 miles

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

exhaust system slightly deteriated and rear exhaust missing hanger

Pass 7 Jun 2012 67,270 miles

Centre exhaust badly corroded(not blowing)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear exhaust hanger broken (still held up at present)

Pass 12 Nov 2010 47,921 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2010 47,921 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Nov 2009 38,340 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2009 38,337 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Nov 2008 28,331 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2008 28,331 miles

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

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

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 VWT is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 GV55 VWT, 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 VWT registered?

GV55 VWT is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 4 November 2005.

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