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OV05 JYZ

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

114,080 mi
Last recorded114,080 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV05 JYZ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2020 114,080 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2020 114,078 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 99,212 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

advise n/s front outer sill holed and corroded

Pass 12 Jun 2018 89,949 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge bold (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 83,530 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2017 83,527 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 27 May 2016 78,898 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 72,403 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 66,048 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 59,677 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 55,575 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 51,383 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 51,383 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Jun 2010 48,774 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2010 48,774 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 May 2009 44,167 miles

front brake pads and discs worn

Pass 9 Jun 2008 34,144 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2008 34,144 miles

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

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 JYZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 JYZ, 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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OV05 JYZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 27 April 2005.

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