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KP55 DXE

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2020
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

185,646 mi
Last recorded185,646 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP55 DXE
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2019 185,646 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2019 185,215 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 158,989 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2018 158,824 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 101,595 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 6 Nov 2014 101,546 miles

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

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Nov 2013 96,042 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 4 Nov 2013 95,978 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 5 Nov 2012 90,485 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

pass side air bag switched off

two cildrens seats fitted to rear

Pass 7 Nov 2011 79,315 miles

exhaust corroded

front brake pads low and discs lipped and scored

small stone chips in window screens

various marks and scratches vechicle and wheels

Fail 7 Nov 2011 79,310 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

exhaust corroded

front brake pads low and discs lipped and scored

o/s/f tyre close to legal limit wearing inner and outer edge of tyre

small stone chips in window screens

spare tyre cracked and perrished (dangerous )

various marks and scratches vechicle and wheels

Pass 1 Nov 2010 66,617 miles

black smoke emitted from exhaust on diesel emissions test

engine cover insecure

engine under tray fitted and insecure

fuel pipes obscured by plastic trim

o/s/r indicater bulb showing white light

rear brake pipe flexies slightly corroded

slight damage to o/s sill

slight lip to front disc

spare tyre worn

various dints and scratches to body pannels

wheel trims damaged

Fail 1 Nov 2010 66,617 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

black smoke emitted from exhaust on diesel emissions test

engine cover insecure

engine under tray fitted and insecure

fuel pipes obscured by plastic trim

o/s/r indicater bulb showing white light

rear brake pipe flexies slightly corroded

slight damage to o/s sill

slight lip to front disc

spare tyre worn

various dints and scratches to body pannels

wheel trims damaged

Pass 3 Dec 2009 54,338 miles

Both rear tyres worn to tread wear bars with small cuts in tread NSF tyre badly worn on outer edge Suspension bushes flexing under load Nail in tread of OSR tyre

Dents & scratches to various panels Kerb damage to wheel trims Slight smear from wipers Brake fluid level low OSR shock absorber damping action weak

Fail 3 Dec 2009 54,338 miles

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

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Both rear tyres worn to tread wear bars with small cuts in tread NSF tyre badly worn on outer edge Suspension bushes flexing under load Nail in tread of OSR tyre

Dents & scratches to various panels Kerb damage to wheel trims Slight smear from wipers Brake fluid level low OSR shock absorber damping action weak

Pass 22 Oct 2008 38,522 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2008 38,522 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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KP55 DXE is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

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 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 KP55 DXE, 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 KP55 DXE registered?

KP55 DXE is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 26 October 2005.

Is KP55 DXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP55 DXE shows 17 tests with a 52.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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