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OY05 ZCV

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

122,326 mi
Last recorded122,326 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY05 ZCV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2017 122,326 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 97,459 miles

spare tyre deflated on approach

Fail 21 Mar 2016 97,459 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

spare tyre deflated on approach

Fail 18 Mar 2015 77,519 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 18 Mar 2015 77,519 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

Fail 18 Mar 2014 54,437 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2014 54,437 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2013 41,019 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 33,089 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 13 Mar 2012 33,089 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 9 Mar 2011 27,640 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 22,367 miles

wiper blades split at ends

Pass 16 Mar 2009 17,631 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 4 Mar 2008 11,216 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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OY05 ZCV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 OY05 ZCV, 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 OY05 ZCV registered?

OY05 ZCV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 23 March 2005.

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