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CN55 CHV

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2023
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

56,386 mi
Last recorded56,386 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2022
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN55 CHV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2022 56,386 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and o/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Fail 30 Aug 2022 56,385 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and o/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 22 Sep 2021 55,668 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

oil leak, engine covers fitted

Pass 14 Sep 2020 54,714 miles

oil leak

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule and o/s/rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened beam corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 53,738 miles

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

oil leak

Fail 16 Sep 2019 53,738 miles

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

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

oil leak

Pass 13 Sep 2018 51,807 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 49,216 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on inside edge.

Offside Rear tyre worn on inside edge.

Fail 15 Sep 2017 49,169 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Rear Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front tyre worn on inside edge.

Offside Rear tyre worn on inside edge.

Pass 12 Sep 2016 46,798 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2016 46,798 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2015 43,885 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 41,357 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

rear exaust strap corroded

Pass 9 Sep 2013 37,800 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 34,453 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

rear exaust braket weak

Pass 15 Sep 2011 31,261 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 25,558 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

engine covers fitted

tow ball cover fitted

Pass 20 Aug 2009 16,549 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 26 Aug 2008 12,490 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2008 12,490 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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CN55 CHV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CN55 CHV, 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 CN55 CHV registered?

CN55 CHV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 19 September 2005.

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