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AD05 NCU

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

126,250 mi
Last recorded126,250 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD05 NCU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2019 126,250 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 119,716 miles

engine top cover insecure

Fail 22 May 2018 119,716 miles

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

engine top cover insecure

Pass 8 Jun 2017 110,344 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2016 102,115 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 102,115 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 95,196 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2014 84,414 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 84,414 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 73,095 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2012 64,902 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

clutch pedal pad missing

cover missing from n/s mirror

front brake pads may be wearing thin

fuel filler cap flap missing

n/s front tyre wearing thin on edge

Pass 16 Jul 2012 64,902 miles

clutch pedal pad missing

cover missing from n/s mirror

front brake pads may be wearing thin

fuel filler cap flap missing

n/s front tyre wearing thin on edge

Pass 29 Jun 2011 55,358 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2011 55,358 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 46,590 miles

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

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

front number plate cracked

Pass 12 Jan 2009 32,513 miles

front number plate cracked

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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AD05 NCU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 AD05 NCU, 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 AD05 NCU registered?

AD05 NCU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 July 2005.

Is AD05 NCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD05 NCU shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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