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KP55 EAW

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2026
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

55,906 mi
Last recorded55,906 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2024
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP55 EAW
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2024 55,906 miles

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured ns & os (4.4.3 (a))

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

Fail 6 Dec 2024 55,906 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured ns & os (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 9 Dec 2023 51,189 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2023 51,189 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2023 44,984 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 44,096 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 43,064 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2019 42,178 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 14 Oct 2019 42,178 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2018 40,985 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 39,994 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 38,819 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2016 38,819 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2015 37,324 miles

Offside Rear cracked

Pass 16 Oct 2014 34,570 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2014 34,570 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2013 33,492 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

brake res above max

Fail 10 Oct 2013 33,492 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

brake res above max

Fail 19 Oct 2012 32,047 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Oct 2012 32,047 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Oct 2011 30,265 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2011 30,265 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Advise:n/s/r tyre sidewall perishing

Advise:rear wiper split not clearing screen

Pass 21 Oct 2010 27,980 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2010 27,974 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2009 25,988 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2008 24,501 miles

Nearside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

oil level low

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 EAW is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

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 EAW, 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 KP55 EAW registered?

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

Is KP55 EAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP55 EAW shows 26 tests with a 65.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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