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CX55 SXL

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

133,519 mi
Last recorded133,519 miles
Recorded on25 May 2022
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX55 SXL
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 May 2022 133,519 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2021 120,550 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair both sides (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides

eml light is on

Fail 27 Jan 2021 120,532 miles

Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen both (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair both sides (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides

eml light is on

Pass 30 Jan 2020 113,527 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2020 113,525 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Clutch pedal anti-slip rubber missing

Pass 29 Jan 2019 106,721 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 3 Jan 2018 100,297 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn close to limit

Fail 3 Jan 2018 100,297 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened both (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front tyre worn close to limit

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 23 Jan 2017 93,238 miles

Offside Front cv gaiter slight insecure.

Offside Rear tyre slight cut outer wall.

Pass 19 Jan 2016 85,510 miles

Rear Subframe corroded

Fail 19 Jan 2016 85,510 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Subframe corroded

Pass 29 Jul 2015 81,825 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 77,333 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2014 67,510 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2013 59,330 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 49,910 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 42,954 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 36,111 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 29,676 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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CX55 SXL is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 CX55 SXL, 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 CX55 SXL registered?

CX55 SXL is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 26 October 2005.

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