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KV05 WLJ

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

207,942 mi
Last recorded207,942 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2013
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV05 WLJ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2013 207,942 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

drivers door check strap missing

engine management light on

Fail 17 Jul 2013 207,940 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Windscreen washer control missing (8.2.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

drivers door check strap missing

Pass 3 Jul 2012 190,245 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2012 190,146 miles

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2011 143,022 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 115,761 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 67,198 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 28,219 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 24,710 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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KV05 WLJ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 KV05 WLJ, 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 KV05 WLJ registered?

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

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