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AO55 EWR

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

116,900 mi
Last recorded116,900 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO55 EWR
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2016 116,900 miles

Nearside Front Steering component damaged but serviceable drop link top rubber (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 13 Oct 2016 116,900 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering component damaged but serviceable drop link top rubber (2.2.C.1d)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Oct 2015 103,793 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2015 103,793 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2014 96,158 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2014 96,158 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 25 Sep 2013 88,886 miles

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

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front wipers slight worn.

Pass 8 Aug 2012
Pass 28 Jul 2011 62,120 miles

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

front brake discs worn

Pass 26 Jul 2010 49,113 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2010 49,113 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 38,816 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 28,613 miles

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

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

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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AO55 EWR is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 AO55 EWR, 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 AO55 EWR registered?

AO55 EWR is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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