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AU05 TXP

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2020
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

95,957 mi
Last recorded95,957 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU05 TXP
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Fail 15 Feb 2020 95,957 miles

Nearside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Under trays fitted

Pass 17 Apr 2019 91,988 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 84,328 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2018 84,300 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort hand brake (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded both sills (5.2.6)

Pass 28 Sep 2016 80,026 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2016 80,025 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 24 Sep 2015 69,919 miles

both outer sills thin

Fail 23 Sep 2015 69,919 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both outer sills thin

Pass 19 Aug 2014 51,503 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2014 51,501 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 7 Feb 2013 48,161 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2013 48,161 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2012 44,633 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 40,637 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2010 35,097 miles

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

Fail 8 Feb 2010 35,097 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 11 Feb 2009 29,448 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 22,374 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2008 22,372 miles

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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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AU05 TXP is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 AU05 TXP, 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 AU05 TXP registered?

AU05 TXP is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 4 March 2005.

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