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OU05 RZN

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

142,299 mi
Last recorded142,299 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2021
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU05 RZN
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2021 142,299 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2021 142,299 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2020 136,123 miles

Judder recorded from the front brakes.

Oil leaks.

Fail 10 Jan 2020 136,119 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside corrosion noted to outer sill, not within prescribed area.

Pass 7 Jan 2019 133,146 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))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 4 Jan 2018 130,907 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2017 126,103 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2017 126,103 miles

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

Pass 31 Dec 2015 117,005 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2014 108,046 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 100,530 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 92,572 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 79,187 miles

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

Fail 23 Mar 2011 79,187 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2010 53,491 miles

noise from engine possible pump/ pulley / belt

Pass 23 Apr 2009 41,124 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 31,158 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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OU05 RZN is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 OU05 RZN, 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 OU05 RZN registered?

OU05 RZN is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 23 March 2005.

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The MOT history for OU05 RZN shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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