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KU05 NUJ

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

103,714 mi
Last recorded103,714 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU05 NUJ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2018 103,714 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play NS ++ OS (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective NS + OS (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Sep 2017 97,004 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2017 97,004 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Sep 2016 89,739 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2016 89,739 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 84,834 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 76,599 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 66,968 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2012 56,580 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

outer sidewalls of both rear tyres cracking due to age

Pass 9 Oct 2012 56,580 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

outer sidewalls of both rear tyres cracking due to age

Pass 29 Sep 2011 47,138 miles

outer sidewall on both rear tyres deteriorating

Pass 12 Oct 2010 39,687 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Oct 2009 31,631 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2008 18,655 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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KU05 NUJ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,997cc petrol 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 KU05 NUJ, 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 KU05 NUJ registered?

KU05 NUJ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 22 March 2005.

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The MOT history for KU05 NUJ 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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