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AX05 NAU

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

78,417 mi
Last recorded78,417 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX05 NAU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2017 78,417 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 73,770 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2016 73,770 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 68,697 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn outer edge

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 63,195 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2014 63,195 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 58,579 miles

front windscreen wiper blades deteriorated, windscreen has wiper marks

Fail 5 Sep 2013 58,579 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front windscreen wiper blades deteriorated, windscreen has wiper marks

Fail 28 Aug 2012 48,878 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 48,878 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 44,636 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 36,788 miles

both front tyres deteriorated

Pass 27 Nov 2009 26,312 miles

nearside front and offside rear tyre sidewalls perishing

Fail 27 Nov 2009 26,312 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

nearside front and offside rear tyre sidewalls perishing

Pass 26 Nov 2008 16,886 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 16,841 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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AX05 NAU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol 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 AX05 NAU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AX05 NAU?

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What year was AX05 NAU registered?

AX05 NAU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 18 July 2005.

Is AX05 NAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX05 NAU shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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