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KW05 YDC

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

104,164 mi
Last recorded104,164 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW05 YDC
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2016 104,164 miles

eml on

suspension components corroded

undertrays fitted

Fail 12 Dec 2016 104,164 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

eml on

suspension components corroded

undertrays fitted

Pass 23 Dec 2015 93,479 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Dec 2015 93,478 miles

Nearside Front Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2014 86,390 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 77,729 miles

rear brake pads are hard to see through the wheel trims

Pass 2 Jan 2013 70,046 miles

nsr tyre has groove worn on inner wall

Fail 2 Jan 2013 70,046 miles

Nearside Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)

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

nsr tyre has groove worn on inner wall

Pass 5 Dec 2011 59,291 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010
Fail 16 Dec 2010

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously misaligned (4.1.D.1e)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 7 Dec 2009 41,886 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 31,043 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2008 31,043 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

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

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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KW05 YDC is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 KW05 YDC, 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 KW05 YDC registered?

KW05 YDC is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 27 August 2005.

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