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KN55 WYC

2005 Citroen Xsara

Beige Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2017
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

139,343 mi
Last recorded139,343 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN55 WYC
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Fail 5 Dec 2017 139,343 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure this tyre also is incorrect across an axle (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front wiper blades are split (8.2.2)

both front tyres are close to legal limit

engine is leaking oil

unable to open tailgate

Pass 1 Dec 2016 131,745 miles

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

offside rear tyre mis shaped

Fail 1 Dec 2016 131,745 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

offside rear tyre mis shaped

Pass 8 Dec 2015 123,316 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play steering rack inner tie rod (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 8 Dec 2015 123,314 miles

Offside Ball joint has excessive play steering rack inner tie rod (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Ball joint has slight play steering rack inner tie rod (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 2 Dec 2014 114,524 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 1 Dec 2014 114,523 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front bumper insecure

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 26 Nov 2013 106,748 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 26 Nov 2013 106,745 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

oil filler cap missing when vehicle presented. found on undertray and refitted.

Pass 10 Dec 2012 95,247 miles

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

REAR EXHAUST MOUNTING BRACKET CORRODED

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Dec 2012 95,227 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

REAR EXHAUST MOUNTING BRACKET CORRODED

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Nov 2011 81,060 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2011 81,060 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 68,898 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 55,085 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2008 40,229 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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KN55 WYC is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Beige with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 KN55 WYC, 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 KN55 WYC registered?

KN55 WYC is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 22 October 2005.

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