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GX05 ODV

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

97,127 mi
Last recorded97,127 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2021
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 ODV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2021 97,127 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack area (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Outer Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test seats x2 ()

Fail 17 Sep 2021 97,127 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack area (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Outer Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test seats x2 ()

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 83,083 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside headlamp slightly discoloured

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 29 Sep 2020 83,083 miles

Nearside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside headlamp slightly discoloured

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 2 Oct 2019 78,242 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre wearing on outside edge.

Nearside Rear Tyre wearing on outside edge.

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

Offside Rear Tyre wearing on inside and outside edges.

Power steering pump noisy.

Pass 20 Aug 2018 71,035 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 65,954 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 58,261 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 52,696 miles

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

both front suspension lower arm inner rear bushes cracking

Pass 29 Aug 2014 48,139 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 40,450 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 35,744 miles

Spare tyre defective

rear exhaust box supporting strap corroded through - been repaired

Pass 23 Aug 2011 28,918 miles

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

front brake discs worn

spare tyre cracking badly

Pass 12 Aug 2010 21,451 miles

rear tyres cracking

Pass 14 Aug 2009 15,164 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 10,328 miles

rear wiper blade rubber

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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GX05 ODV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 GX05 ODV, 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 GX05 ODV registered?

GX05 ODV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 27 May 2005.

Is GX05 ODV safe to buy?

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