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KG05 YVU

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

136,991 mi
Last recorded136,991 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG05 YVU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2017 136,991 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2017 136,973 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2016 133,967 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2016 133,958 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 131,057 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2015 131,010 miles

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

Offside Rear Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Apr 2014 129,265 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 121,971 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 6 Feb 2012 111,759 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 100,630 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 89,259 miles

vehicle has slight acc damage at n/side front chassis at bumper mounting unable to see fully due to plastic coverings

Pass 13 Mar 2009 80,893 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 67,335 miles

Evidence of past contact between nearside front tyre and arch liner. Ok at time of test.

Slight play in offside front anti-roll bar link arm.

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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KG05 YVU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 KG05 YVU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KG05 YVU registered?

KG05 YVU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 17 March 2005.

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