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DX55 UZS

2005 Citroen Xsara

Beige Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2023
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

136,117 mi
Last recorded136,117 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2022
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX55 UZS
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2022 136,117 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2022 136,117 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 133,579 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 16 Sep 2021 133,572 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 129,974 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2019 129,967 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2018 122,744 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2018 122,744 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 29 Mar 2017 113,475 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2017 113,475 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 106,519 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2016 106,519 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 97,838 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2015 97,838 miles

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

Fail 19 Mar 2014 89,397 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2014 89,397 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 79,862 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 71,455 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 62,317 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 55,693 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 48,650 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 43,173 miles

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

front brake pads wearing low

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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DX55 UZS is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Beige with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 DX55 UZS, 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

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What year was DX55 UZS registered?

DX55 UZS is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is DX55 UZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX55 UZS shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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