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KS05 NLV

2005 Citroen Xsara

Beige Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

137,373 mi
Last recorded137,373 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS05 NLV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2020 137,373 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2019 133,299 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2018 125,423 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2017 117,465 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2016 108,866 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2015 99,665 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2014 90,382 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2014 90,300 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

both front inner brake discs corroded

Pass 1 Feb 2013 81,165 miles

exhaust rear box mounting clamp deteriorated and broken

Pass 10 Feb 2012 72,276 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2011 62,100 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 52,398 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 40,520 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 30,517 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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KS05 NLV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Beige with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 KS05 NLV, 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 KS05 NLV registered?

KS05 NLV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 10 July 2005.

Is KS05 NLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS05 NLV shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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