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KU55 ZVH

2005 Citroen Xsara

Beige Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

165,687 mi
Last recorded165,687 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2022
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2022 165,687 miles

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

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low and bald on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 129,557 miles

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

Front Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 23 Mar 2020 115,335 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 17 Mar 2020 115,031 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 1.76 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Mar 2019 108,178 miles

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

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

all four tyres wearing low on edges

exhaust corroded

Pass 2 Mar 2018 96,181 miles

engine covers fitted

exhaust corroded

no.plates poor

signs of repairs to sills

snowy weather condtions

Fail 2 Mar 2018 96,181 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

engine covers fitted

exhaust corroded

no.plates poor

signs of repairs to sills

snowy weather condtions

Pass 28 Mar 2017 81,673 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 79,627 miles

Front wipers worn

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 75,800 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 71,985 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 67,041 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 54,887 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 47,153 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2010 47,153 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Sep 2009 39,997 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2008 33,286 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

undertrays fitted

Pass 8 Sep 2008 33,286 miles

undertrays 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 ZVH is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Beige with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 KU55 ZVH, 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 ZVH registered?

KU55 ZVH is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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