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OW05 GYE

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2022
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

135,090 mi
Last recorded135,090 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2021
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW05 GYE
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2021 135,090 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both o/sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

various components corroded.n/s/r lamp unit damaged.

Fail 20 Oct 2021 135,064 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working both front (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both o/sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

various components corroded.n/s/r lamp unit damaged.

Pass 7 Oct 2020 128,347 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2020 128,336 miles

Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Both Sides Sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Headlamp aim too low Both Sides (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Oct 2019 121,380 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Oct 2019 121,380 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2018 118,514 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2018 118,514 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2017 115,471 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 111,337 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2016 111,337 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2015 105,151 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 96,050 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 88,166 miles

both front tyre edges slightly worn

offside rear tyre outer edge slightly worn

Fail 9 Sep 2013 88,166 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both front tyre edges slightly worn

offside rear tyre outer edge slightly worn

Pass 5 Sep 2012 77,851 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 66,399 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front wipers are worn

Pass 9 Sep 2010 56,382 miles

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

Fail 9 Sep 2010 56,382 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 15 Jul 2009 43,384 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 Jul 2008 33,720 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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OW05 GYE is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 OW05 GYE, 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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OW05 GYE is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 29 July 2005.

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