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AU05 YUT

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

53,964 mi
Last recorded53,964 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU05 YUT
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2019 53,964 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2019 53,963 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front & centre sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 52,190 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 50,646 miles

Front and rear suspension components have signs of corrosion

Rear Exhaust strap corroded

Pass 21 Mar 2016 48,733 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 45,922 miles

Front/rear brake discs corroded

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

n/s/r tyre perished

Pass 14 Mar 2014 42,487 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 38,154 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 33,993 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 30,236 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2011 30,236 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 25,900 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 21,362 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 16,409 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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AU05 YUT is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AU05 YUT, 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 YUT registered?

AU05 YUT is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 March 2005.

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The MOT history for AU05 YUT shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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