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KV05 WHH

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2023
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

81,573 mi
Last recorded81,573 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2022
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV05 WHH
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2022 81,573 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

center exhaust clamp corroded

Fail 13 Sep 2022 81,563 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

center exhaust clamp corroded

center exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 15 Sep 2021 77,701 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2020 77,234 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 76,320 miles

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill panel front and rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill panel front and rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 75,296 miles

rear exhaust getting weak

Fail 17 Apr 2018 75,296 miles

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)

rear exhaust getting weak

Pass 6 Apr 2017 74,322 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2017 74,322 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported rear exhaust bracket (7.1.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2016 72,001 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

slight engine oil leak

Fail 11 Apr 2016 72,001 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

slight engine oil leak

Pass 8 Apr 2015 68,965 miles

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

Fail 7 Apr 2014 65,282 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Apr 2014 65,282 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 Apr 2013 61,106 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Apr 2013 61,106 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 55,958 miles

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

offside rear tyre cracked on outer wall

Fail 28 Mar 2012 55,886 miles

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

offside rear tyre cracked on outer wall

Pass 7 Apr 2011 50,011 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 50,011 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2010 44,604 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 33,827 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 28,273 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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KV05 WHH is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 KV05 WHH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KV05 WHH registered?

KV05 WHH is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 11 April 2005.

Is KV05 WHH safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV05 WHH shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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