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EY05 MWM

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

160,943 mi
Last recorded160,943 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY05 MWM
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2018 160,943 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2018 160,942 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 31 Jan 2017 151,081 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2017 151,081 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2016 142,621 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 132,081 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 120,005 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2013 112,145 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2013 112,145 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 102,527 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 90,256 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 73,950 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 60,213 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

had to road test vehicle to clear exhaust system, 1st emissions test failed

n/s/f fog lamp glass is broken

vehicle is fitted with lower engine tray

Pass 11 Mar 2008 46,605 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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EY05 MWM is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 EY05 MWM, 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 EY05 MWM registered?

EY05 MWM is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 14 March 2005.

Is EY05 MWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY05 MWM shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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