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KS54 XDU

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2023
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

106,457 mi
Last recorded106,457 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2022
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS54 XDU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2022 106,457 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear brake hose mount heavily corroded and weak

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

corrosion both front top strut mountings cups

front bumper damage/ nearside headlamp security just acceptable

Fail 30 Nov 2022 106,431 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear brake hose mount heavily corroded and weak

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

corrosion both front top strut mountings cups

front bumper damage/ nearside headlamp security just acceptable

Pass 15 Dec 2021 104,187 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources lens (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt only just acceptable at time of test (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

front bumper/headlamp damage secure at time of test

Pass 11 Dec 2020 101,403 miles

rear indicators and side repetor lamp poor coulouring

Fail 11 Dec 2020 101,403 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

rear indicators and side repetor lamp poor coulouring

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Nov 2019 96,821 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2019 96,821 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 94,794 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Dec 2017 93,547 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 6 Dec 2017 93,547 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Nov 2016 90,689 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2015 88,745 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2015 88,745 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Dec 2014 86,712 miles

Coolant leak

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

Pass 6 Dec 2013 83,299 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 77,692 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2011 70,512 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 62,386 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2010 62,386 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 4 Dec 2009 52,647 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 44,123 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2008 40,466 miles

Front brake pads approx 75% worn

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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KS54 XDU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 KS54 XDU, 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 KS54 XDU registered?

KS54 XDU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 25 January 2005.

Is KS54 XDU safe to buy?

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