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OE05 EVJ

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

111,932 mi
Last recorded111,932 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2022
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE05 EVJ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2022 111,932 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2020 109,137 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2020 109,137 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 101,900 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 95,895 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2018 95,895 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

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

Pass 14 Jun 2017 89,189 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 80,242 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 72,395 miles

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 18 Jun 2014 64,683 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 57,338 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 50,402 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 24 May 2012 50,402 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 6 Jun 2011 43,548 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 34,399 miles

Oil leak

Pass 28 May 2009 27,802 miles

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

all four tyres perrishing

Pass 19 Jun 2008 18,735 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 18,031 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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OE05 EVJ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 OE05 EVJ, 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 OE05 EVJ registered?

OE05 EVJ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 17 June 2005.

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