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AV05 NYK

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

131,447 mi
Last recorded131,447 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV05 NYK
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 26 Oct 2020 131,447 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Apr 2019 121,951 miles

Brakes ; Parking brake lever requires adjustment

Lighting ; Fog lamp insecure , Offside front

Lighting ; Registration lamp dim , Offside

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Note ; P.A.S. / Ancillary drive belt cracking , recommend replace

Note ; Wheel fixings covered , engine cover , under guards & mouldings fitted , restricting views

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine , breather hose / cam cover area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension ; Lower arm rearward bush deteriorated

Pass 2 May 2018 113,380 miles

Nearside Rear parking brake effort low 140k

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Pass 25 May 2017 106,429 miles

Engine covers, under-trays and wheel trims fitted obscuring view of components.

Engine misty with oil.

Exhaust silencer strap broken, supported by metal wire.

Nearside Rear Brake disc corroded on outer face.

Offside Front Tyre worn on inside edge; note possible tracking issue.

Offside Rear Brake disc corroded on outer face.

Fail 23 May 2017 106,385 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Engine covers, under-trays and wheel trims fitted obscuring view of components.

Engine misty with oil.

Exhaust silencer strap broken, supported by metal wire.

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake disc corroded on outer face.

Offside Front Tyre worn on inside edge; note possible tracking issue.

Offside Rear Brake disc corroded on outer face.

Turbo pipe loose.

Pass 15 Feb 2016 94,366 miles

rear exhaust brake broken but held up and secured with hard wire

slight movement in o/s/f droplink

Fail 15 Feb 2016 94,366 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear exhaust brake broken but held up and secured with hard wire

slight movement in o/s/f droplink

Pass 9 Feb 2015 86,123 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 77,362 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 21 Jan 2013 67,185 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Jan 2013 67,185 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 63,464 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 58,984 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2010 51,665 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 42,665 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2008 42,665 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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AV05 NYK is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,560cc 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 AV05 NYK, 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 AV05 NYK registered?

AV05 NYK is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 13 May 2005.

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