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KC55 MWV

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2017
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

122,409 mi
Last recorded122,409 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC55 MWV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2016 122,409 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all (3.6.B.4e)

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

o/s/f window screen out of zone cracked

Pass 22 Jul 2015 113,179 miles

both sills are slightly soft ok at time of test with cat tool

Fail 21 Jul 2015 113,179 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

rear exhaust back box strap is corroded of but exhaust is still secure

Pass 29 Apr 2014 106,235 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Apr 2014 106,235 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 May 2013 88,167 miles

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

Fail 20 May 2013 88,167 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2012 65,578 miles

oil cap missing

Pass 25 May 2011 60,873 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 60,873 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Dec 2009 45,946 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2009 45,946 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Dec 2008 32,859 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2008 32,859 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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KC55 MWV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 KC55 MWV, 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 KC55 MWV registered?

KC55 MWV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 19 December 2005.

Is KC55 MWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KC55 MWV shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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