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GY05 OWW

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

121,177 mi
Last recorded121,177 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY05 OWW
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 121,177 miles

Front headlights lens fading both sides

Pass 15 Nov 2024 112,505 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2024 112,505 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2023 105,905 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 97,382 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 87,404 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 78,688 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 71,696 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 68,289 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 64,807 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 60,720 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 59,209 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 55,787 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 49,770 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 47,156 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 16 May 2013 47,156 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 15 May 2012 42,260 miles

both rear tyres close to limit and worn on outer edges

Pass 17 May 2011 34,001 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 28,111 miles

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

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

rear wiper split

Pass 22 May 2009 23,420 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 17,073 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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GY05 OWW is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 GY05 OWW, 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 GY05 OWW registered?

GY05 OWW is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is GY05 OWW safe to buy?

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