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KS05 GKE

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2021
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

76,230 mi
Last recorded76,230 miles
Recorded on14 May 2020
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS05 GKE
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 May 2020 76,230 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 71,969 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 15 May 2019 71,969 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2018 66,303 miles
Fail 22 May 2018 66,303 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 May 2017 60,718 miles
Fail 19 May 2017 60,718 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 May 2016 54,342 miles
Fail 24 May 2016 54,342 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2015 50,409 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 45,298 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 41,481 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2011 54,165 miles

Both rear tyre outer walls are slightly deteriorated.

Excessive amount of black smoke at very high fast idle speed

Pass 29 Jul 2010 25,140 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 20,129 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 18,243 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2008 18,243 miles

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

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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KS05 GKE 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 70.6%.

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 KS05 GKE, 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 KS05 GKE registered?

KS05 GKE is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 28 June 2005.

Is KS05 GKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS05 GKE shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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