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KS05 NLZ

2005 Citroen Xsara

Beige Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2022
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

151,402 mi
Last recorded151,402 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2021
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2021 151,402 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2019 138,961 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 137,028 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Jul 2019 137,024 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 128,044 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2018 128,044 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2017 122,565 miles

Nearside Front sill corroded

Offside Front sill corroded

Fail 3 Jul 2017 122,565 miles

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

Nearside Front sill corroded

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

Offside Front sill corroded

Pass 6 Jul 2016 113,661 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2016 113,661 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2015 109,069 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 104,171 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 98,566 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 91,032 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 80,123 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

nearside front tyre low on outer edge

rear exhaust supported by jubilee clip

Fail 7 Jul 2010 67,690 miles

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 67,690 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 8 Jul 2009 52,779 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2009 52,779 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 39,647 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 NLZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Beige with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 NLZ, 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 NLZ registered?

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

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