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MK05 AUW

2005 Citroen Xsara

Green Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

123,471 mi
Last recorded123,471 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK05 AUW
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2017 123,471 miles

Engine Covers / Undertrays Fitted

Pass 16 Feb 2016 121,537 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 21 Feb 2014 79,127 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2013 75,949 miles

Airbag light on

Pass 15 May 2012 68,766 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 May 2011 56,986 miles
Fail 17 May 2011 56,986 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Spare tyre defective

Pass 14 May 2010 46,565 miles
Fail 14 May 2010 46,565 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Feb 2009 36,371 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2009 36,371 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Feb 2008 28,276 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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MK05 AUW is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Green with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MK05 AUW, 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 MK05 AUW registered?

MK05 AUW is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 29 March 2005.

Is MK05 AUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK05 AUW shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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