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KU05 EWJ

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

168,515 mi
Last recorded168,515 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2021
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU05 EWJ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2021 168,515 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 151,404 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 131,505 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 109,129 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2017 109,129 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported rear bracket broken (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid washers not working (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 87,028 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2015 74,216 miles

vibration on power steering operation

Pass 12 Mar 2014 65,811 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 56,157 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 47,637 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2012 47,637 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 May 2011 41,763 miles

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

temp repair to power steering pipe,advise to replace soon.

Fail 4 May 2011 41,763 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 4 May 2010 32,662 miles
Fail 4 May 2010 32,662 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

n/s/r,o/s/f noisy from wheel

Pass 11 May 2009 21,983 miles

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

Oil leak

nearside/offside rear tyres perishing,advise to replace soon..

offside front tyre perishing slightly.

Pass 22 Feb 2008 10,582 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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KU05 EWJ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 KU05 EWJ, 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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How do I check the history of KU05 EWJ?

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What year was KU05 EWJ registered?

KU05 EWJ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 23 March 2005.

Is KU05 EWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU05 EWJ shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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