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OV05 CXD

2005 Citroen Xsara

Purple Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

64,044 mi
Last recorded64,044 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV05 CXD
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2019 64,044 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2019 64,044 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 58,851 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 53,197 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 29 Apr 2016 48,195 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 47,972 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2016 47,972 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 45,382 miles

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

slight splits on wiper blades

Pass 25 Mar 2014 42,144 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 19 Mar 2013 39,503 miles

Oil leak

Pass 20 Mar 2012 36,507 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 33,374 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 29,309 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 25,217 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 20,286 miles

Near side front tyre wearing on edge.

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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OV05 CXD is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Purple with a 1,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 OV05 CXD, 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 OV05 CXD registered?

OV05 CXD is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is OV05 CXD safe to buy?

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