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OE05 PVO

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

110,793 mi
Last recorded110,793 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE05 PVO
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2018 110,793 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 105,310 miles

Oil leak ()

brake steering and suspension components are showing some rust and deterioration

Fail 16 May 2017 105,310 miles

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

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

Oil leak ()

brake steering and suspension components are showing some rust and deterioration

Pass 25 May 2016 97,630 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 93,580 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 86,400 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 17 Jun 2014 86,400 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 14 Jun 2013 78,588 miles

Gearbox oil leak

Fail 14 Jun 2013 78,588 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Gearbox oil leak

Offside wiper blade split

Pass 1 Jun 2012 70,762 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 23 Jun 2011 62,206 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 53,520 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2009 44,369 miles

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

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

o/s/f tyre on wear indicators

slight wear note on front disc

Pass 22 Jun 2009 44,369 miles

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

o/s/f tyre on wear indicators

slight wear note on front disc

Fail 28 Jun 2008 37,442 miles

Nearside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2008 37,442 miles

Nearside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 PVO is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 OE05 PVO, 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 PVO registered?

OE05 PVO is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is OE05 PVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE05 PVO shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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