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MK05 KZU

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2022
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

163,616 mi
Last recorded163,616 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2021
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK05 KZU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2021 163,616 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear shock bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Nov 2021 163,616 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust back box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Position lamp not working osf and osr position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear shock bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 147,235 miles

stone chip in windscreen

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear shock absorber lower bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Nov 2020 147,235 miles

Nearside Outer Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting sill corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear shock absorber lower bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

stone chip in windscreen

Pass 4 Sep 2019 132,516 miles

Central Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Sep 2019 132,516 miles

Central Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 118,579 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 12 Apr 2018 118,578 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Apr 2017 112,125 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 104,928 miles

Offside front top shock mount noisey when turning

front brake pads and brake discs wearing thin

Pass 23 Mar 2015 100,405 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 88,816 miles

rear exhaust bracket/strap broken

Pass 4 Apr 2013 74,322 miles

front tyres wearing inner edges

Fail 4 Apr 2013 74,322 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

front tyres wearing inner edges

Pass 20 Apr 2012 60,968 miles

n/sf tyre worn on inner/outter edges.

o/sf tyre worn on in ner/outter edges.

rear exhaust clamp corroded.

Fail 20 Apr 2012 60,968 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

n/sf tyre worn on inner/outter edges.

o/sf tyre worn on in ner/outter edges.

rear exhaust clamp corroded.

Pass 29 Apr 2011 48,835 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 35,140 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 25,033 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 25,033 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

front tyres wearing on outer edge

Pass 20 May 2008 16,588 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 15,458 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 KZU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 MK05 KZU, 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 KZU registered?

MK05 KZU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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