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KU55 UXE

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

159,809 mi
Last recorded159,809 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU55 UXE
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2017 159,809 miles

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

Rear Torsion bar slightly deteriorated by corrosion (2.4.E.1b)

Fail 10 Nov 2017 159,809 miles

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

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

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

Rear Torsion bar slightly deteriorated by corrosion (2.4.E.1b)

Pass 3 Nov 2016 146,052 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2016 146,052 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

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

o/s front tyre wearing on inside edge and outside edge

rear torsion bars corroded

Pass 11 Nov 2015 130,980 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 11 Nov 2015 130,980 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid washers providing insufficient liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel system component leaking fuel filter housing leaking fuel (7.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 116,947 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fail 24 Nov 2014 116,947 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2013 97,155 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Nov 2012 89,613 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Nov 2012 89,539 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Nov 2011 76,642 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 63,760 miles

Cannot check O/S/R or rear centre seats / belts as seats not fitted

Pass 2 Nov 2009 49,459 miles

O/S/F and N/S/F tyres are worn on the inner and outer edges

Pass 14 Nov 2008 38,064 miles

cannot fully test rear seat belts or seats as not fitted

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 UXE is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 UXE, 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 UXE registered?

KU55 UXE is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is KU55 UXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU55 UXE shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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