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DV05 NFA

2005 Citroen Xsara

Purple Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

84,614 mi
Last recorded84,614 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2022
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV05 NFA
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2022 84,614 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 77,966 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 72,414 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 67,910 miles

both front c.v boots deteriorating

Fail 19 Jun 2019 67,783 miles

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

both front c.v boots deteriorating

Pass 13 Jun 2018 61,875 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Fail 11 Jun 2018 61,828 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed in places (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 28 Jun 2017 57,618 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 55,145 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 50,746 miles
Fail 29 May 2015 50,746 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 42,774 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 37,233 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 31,016 miles
Fail 23 May 2012 31,016 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 May 2011 24,405 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 17,860 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 9,811 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 3,548 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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DV05 NFA is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Purple with a 1,587cc petrol 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 DV05 NFA, 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 DV05 NFA registered?

DV05 NFA is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 4 July 2005.

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