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MC05 XGK

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2023
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

94,841 mi
Last recorded94,841 miles
Recorded on28 May 2022
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC05 XGK
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 May 2022 94,841 miles
Fail 6 May 2022 94,838 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

oil level low

Pass 13 Apr 2021 89,617 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Apr 2021 89,612 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced n/s o/s sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Feb 2020 85,524 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 81,563 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))

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

Fail 3 Jun 2019 81,563 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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))

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

Pass 29 May 2018 75,874 miles

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

Fail 22 May 2018 75,723 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 30 May 2017 69,009 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre is perishing on outer sidewall

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

Fail 30 May 2017 69,009 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre is perishing on outer sidewall

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

Pass 2 Jun 2016 61,536 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 61,411 miles

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

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 12 Feb 2016 61,411 miles

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

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

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 1 Jun 2015 57,770 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 50,726 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 43,863 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 38,116 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 33,649 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 29,466 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 24,316 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 16,951 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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MC05 XGK is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 MC05 XGK, 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 MC05 XGK registered?

MC05 XGK is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is MC05 XGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for MC05 XGK shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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