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GX05 PXH

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

74,018 mi
Last recorded74,018 miles
Recorded on2 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 PXH
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 May 2019 74,018 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play @ limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Side repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

boot heavily dented but no sharp edges

heavy corrosion n/s/f outer sill but 13" from belt mount at this time also corrosion starting o/s/f outer sill but not yet to excess

Pass 16 Apr 2018 65,521 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2018 65,521 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2017 59,976 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2016 52,532 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 45,922 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 40,137 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Apr 2014 40,137 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Apr 2013 35,135 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 30,013 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 25,187 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 18,363 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2010 18,363 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 26 May 2009 15,578 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 10,967 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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GX05 PXH is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PXH, 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 PXH registered?

GX05 PXH is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 20 May 2005.

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