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KJ05 UMC

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

129,866 mi
Last recorded129,866 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ05 UMC
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 129,866 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 129,218 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes have been cleaned and treated/painted (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam rust evident around axle bearings (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Fail 28 Oct 2024 129,209 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes have been cleaned and treated/painted (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam rust evident around axle bearings (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2023 120,049 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut in tread and cracking (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 24 Sep 2022 111,790 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords small cut in treads (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 24 Sep 2022 111,790 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords small cut in treads (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2021 102,961 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords small cut in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 90,763 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2020 90,439 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 73,834 miles

Rear seats not fitted at time of test

Pass 3 Apr 2018 58,017 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 56,609 miles

Offside Front Tyre wearing on both edges

Pass 7 Apr 2016 52,541 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2016 52,541 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 48,392 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 45,241 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 42,999 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 40,375 miles

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 5 Apr 2011 37,998 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2010 35,888 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Apr 2010 35,888 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 32,284 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 31,144 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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KJ05 UMC is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 KJ05 UMC, 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 KJ05 UMC registered?

KJ05 UMC is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 March 2005.

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