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KR05 HWF

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2018
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

171,014 mi
Last recorded171,014 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR05 HWF
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2017 171,014 miles

Nearside outer sill corroded poor condition

Offside outer sill corroded poor condition

Rear suspension beam excessive surface corrosion

Fail 11 Aug 2017 171,014 miles

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

Nearside outer sill corroded poor condition

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

Offside outer sill corroded poor condition

Rear suspension beam excessive surface corrosion

Pass 26 Aug 2016 153,913 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner faces corroded (3.5.1i)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

advise engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 26 Aug 2016 153,913 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner faces corroded (3.5.1i)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

advise engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 28 Aug 2015 136,793 miles

advise engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 28 Aug 2015 136,793 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

advise engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 21 Aug 2014 121,019 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Aug 2014 121,019 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Aug 2013 105,420 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2013 105,420 miles

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

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

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

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

Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2012 94,133 miles

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

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

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 16 Aug 2012 93,989 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 23 Jun 2011 78,011 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2010 67,989 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Jun 2010 67,989 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 56,487 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2008 45,451 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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KR05 HWF is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 KR05 HWF, 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 KR05 HWF registered?

KR05 HWF is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 21 June 2005.

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