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KS05 KCX

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

114,838 mi
Last recorded114,838 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2016 114,838 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

n/s and o/s wiper blades deteriating

Fail 5 Aug 2015 109,575 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

front wiper blades spliting at ends

Pass 5 Aug 2015 109,575 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front wiper blades spliting at ends

Pass 21 Jul 2014 104,545 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

slight play in n/s front anti roll bar drop link

Fail 21 Jul 2014 104,545 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

slight play in n/s front anti roll bar drop link

Pass 1 Aug 2013 94,559 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

air bag light staying on

n/s and o/s rear tyres feathering to inner shoulders

Pass 8 Aug 2012 83,737 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 31 Jul 2012 83,737 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 5 Aug 2011 74,616 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

rear exhaust silencer hanger strap broken but exhaust is secure

Pass 13 Aug 2010 64,803 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2009 55,932 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 46,721 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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KS05 KCX is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KCX, 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 KCX registered?

KS05 KCX is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 June 2005.

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