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AO55 NYG

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2017
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

154,313 mi
Last recorded154,313 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO55 NYG
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2016 154,313 miles

rear exhaust corroded

Fail 22 Jan 2016 978,026 miles

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

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded o/s and n/s outer sills (5.2.6)

rear exhaust corroded

Fail 16 Jan 2015 142,563 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2015 142,563 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 6 Jan 2014 128,813 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 6 Jan 2014 128,813 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir insecurely mounted (3.6.A.2a)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Jan 2013 119,489 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2013 119,489 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jan 2012 104,884 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2012 104,884 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 25 Jan 2011 88,184 miles

front brake discs and pads geting thin

Fail 24 Jan 2011 88,183 miles

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

front brake discs and pads geting thin

Pass 27 Apr 2010 81,388 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 71,685 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 71,488 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear tyres 3mm on edges

Fail 8 Oct 2008 71,488 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear tyres 3mm on edges

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 NYG is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 NYG, 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 NYG registered?

AO55 NYG is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 5 October 2005.

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