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MV05 VOU

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

82,087 mi
Last recorded82,087 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2015
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV05 VOU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2015 82,087 miles

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

radiator leaking

service due

Pass 10 Oct 2014 68,428 miles

service light on

Fail 7 Oct 2014 68,428 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir cap missing (3.6.G.1a)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

service light on

Pass 26 Sep 2013 56,447 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 42,789 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2012 42,789 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Pass 16 May 2012 41,750 miles

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

Spare tyre defective

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 24 May 2011 33,465 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 26 May 2010 23,172 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 May 2010 23,172 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 18,045 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 13,488 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 19 Mar 2008 13,488 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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MV05 VOU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 MV05 VOU, 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 MV05 VOU registered?

MV05 VOU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 14 March 2005.

Is MV05 VOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV05 VOU shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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