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KU05 XSC

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2021
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

111,832 mi
Last recorded111,832 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2020
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU05 XSC
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2020 111,832 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2020 111,832 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Jan 2019 108,019 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Jan 2019 108,019 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Jan 2018 102,642 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2018 102,642 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2017 97,597 miles

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

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

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

Fail 18 Jan 2017 97,597 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 92,339 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Jan 2016 92,339 miles

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

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fail 20 Jan 2015 86,786 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jan 2015 86,786 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 79,087 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 69,998 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2012 61,455 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Jan 2012 61,455 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 54,282 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 20 Jan 2010 48,526 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 43,543 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2009 43,530 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front brake pads wearing thin

rear silencer strap corroding

Pass 29 Jan 2008 37,929 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 XSC is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XSC, 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 KU05 XSC registered?

KU05 XSC is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 8 April 2005.

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