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MF05 DVH

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

60,161 mi
Last recorded60,161 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF05 DVH
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2016 60,161 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

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

Fail 6 Sep 2016 60,161 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Power steering component(s) leaking steering rack (2.3.3b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle tailgate (6.2.B.1c)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 4 Sep 2015 50,122 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Fail 1 Sep 2015 50,122 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Power steering component(s) leaking steering rack (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 38,988 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 36,257 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 32,354 miles
Fail 3 May 2012 32,354 miles

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

Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 2,800 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2010 23,160 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 23,160 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 19,228 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2009 19,228 miles

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 Jan 2008 13,149 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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MF05 DVH is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol 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 MF05 DVH, 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 MF05 DVH registered?

MF05 DVH is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 16 March 2005.

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The MOT history for MF05 DVH shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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