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CX55 TFE

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

88,088 mi
Last recorded88,088 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX55 TFE
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2018 88,088 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2018 87,921 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

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

Pass 11 Aug 2017 79,273 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 71,375 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2016 71,375 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Pass 21 Oct 2015 59,642 miles

Child seats fitted. Unable to test rear belts

Engine oil filler cap missing

Fail 8 Oct 2015 59,011 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported rear box strap broken (7.1.1)

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

Child seats fitted. Unable to test rear belts

Engine oil filler cap missing

Pass 24 Sep 2014 46,765 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 42,212 miles

rear tyres cracking slightly

Fail 23 Sep 2013 42,212 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)

rear tyres cracking slightly

Pass 24 Sep 2012 38,003 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2012 38,003 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 26 Sep 2011 34,496 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 30,429 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Sep 2009 25,208 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 19,841 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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CX55 TFE is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,997cc 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 CX55 TFE, 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 TFE registered?

CX55 TFE is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is CX55 TFE safe to buy?

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