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KN55 OFT

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

117,500 mi
Last recorded117,500 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2025
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN55 OFT
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2025 117,500 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill panel [outside box section] (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Feb 2025 117,500 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill panel [outside box section] (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2023 117,470 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill panel.outside box section (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2022 117,438 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill panel rusted but outside of box section (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Oct 2022 117,438 miles

Nearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill panel rusted but outside of box section (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2021 115,662 miles

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corrosion not in prescribed area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corrosion not in prescribed area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 27 Sep 2021 115,662 miles

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corrosion not in prescribed area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corrosion not in prescribed area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 111,305 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2019 106,564 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone b (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 90,106 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 13 Sep 2017 80,906 miles

plastic covers fitted not allowing full inspection of testable items

slight outer side wall damage to near side front tyre

Pass 6 Sep 2016 72,740 miles

plastic covers fitted not allowing full inspection of testable items

slight damage to near side front tyre outer side wall

small split in rear wiper blade rubber

Pass 1 Sep 2015 67,850 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 62,266 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 52,995 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2012 45,997 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 40,006 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2011 39,675 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 34,798 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 28,123 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 22,819 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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KN55 OFT is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 KN55 OFT, 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 KN55 OFT registered?

KN55 OFT is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is KN55 OFT safe to buy?

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