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KD05 UVX

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2014
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

139,553 mi
Last recorded139,553 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2013
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKD05 UVX
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2013 139,553 miles

service light showing

slight movement in drivers seat

Pass 24 Feb 2012 121,207 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 23 Feb 2012 121,160 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine oil level low

Pass 24 Nov 2010 97,787 miles

clutch pedal rubber missing engine oil lavel on min

Fail 17 Nov 2010 97,521 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

clutch pedal rubber missing engine oil lavel on min

Pass 11 Nov 2009 82,547 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2009 82,547 miles

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

near side front tyre worn on inner edge front number plate marked no oil showing on dip stick front pads very low

Pass 11 Sep 2008 69,768 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2008 69,768 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front brake pads low

smoke test just in spec

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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KD05 UVX is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 KD05 UVX, 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 KD05 UVX registered?

KD05 UVX is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 23 March 2005.

Is KD05 UVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KD05 UVX shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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