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KB05 OFL

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

100,405 mi
Last recorded100,405 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKB05 OFL
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2019 100,405 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Aug 2019 100,405 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 98,321 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 94,708 miles

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

both front tyres worn badly on edges due too lack of pressure in tyres

Fail 19 Jun 2017 94,705 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

both front tyres worn badly on edges due too lack of pressure in tyres

Pass 13 Jul 2016 87,436 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 84,376 miles
Fail 15 May 2014 84,376 miles

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 May 2013 77,715 miles
Fail 11 May 2012 71,189 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

n/s/r tyre near to / on limit

o/s & n/s/r tyres perished

Pass 11 May 2012 71,189 miles

n/s/r tyre near to / on limit

o/s & n/s/r tyres perished

Pass 16 May 2011 63,123 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 56,178 miles
Fail 13 May 2010 56,177 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 May 2009 47,993 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 41,053 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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KB05 OFL is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 KB05 OFL, 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 KB05 OFL registered?

KB05 OFL is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is KB05 OFL safe to buy?

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