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KU55 CDX

2005 Citroen Xsara

Beige Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2027
Tests29 (19 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate65.5%

Mileage

95,454 mi
Last recorded95,454 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU55 CDX
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 10 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2026 95,454 miles

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive underbody corrosion front to rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2025 92,928 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 8 Sep 2025 92,928 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Bumper stop mount. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Bump stop mounting. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Sep 2024 90,135 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 87,315 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 83,179 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2022 83,179 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2021 79,129 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2021 79,117 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 76,117 miles

O/S Front tyre wearing on inside edge

Fail 25 Sep 2020 76,117 miles

Offside Rear Fuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

O/S Front tyre wearing on inside edge

Pass 12 Sep 2019 72,324 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2019 72,324 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2018 67,333 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 62,347 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2017 62,347 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Sep 2016 58,381 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2016 58,381 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 28 Jul 2015 52,910 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 52,910 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 48,454 miles

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

Fail 14 Aug 2014 48,454 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 44,628 miles

both rear tyres starting to perish on inner and outer walls.

Pass 4 Sep 2012 39,656 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2011 35,346 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2011 35,346 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 31,725 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 27,722 miles

n/s/f tyre slight wear on outer edge

Pass 17 Sep 2008 23,313 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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KU55 CDX is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Beige with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.5%.

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 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 KU55 CDX, 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 KU55 CDX registered?

KU55 CDX is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 24 September 2005.

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