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KR05 VBY

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

95,947 mi
Last recorded95,947 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2015
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR05 VBY
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2015 95,947 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)

Fail 3 Aug 2015 95,947 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

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 29 Aug 2014 85,641 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2014 85,641 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 73,974 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 64,532 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 55,470 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 49,344 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 29 Sep 2009 38,269 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 23,894 miles

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

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 VBY is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KR05 VBY, 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 VBY registered?

KR05 VBY is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 8 August 2005.

Is KR05 VBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR05 VBY shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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