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MA05 DXG

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

60,323 mi
Last recorded60,323 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA05 DXG
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2016 60,323 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

exhaust box corroded

Pass 8 Jul 2015 56,889 miles

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 53,593 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 50,741 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2012 47,932 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2011 43,773 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

exhaust system corroded

n/s/f tyre outter wall cracked heavily

o/s/r tyre cracked on both inner and outter walls

Fail 11 Jul 2011 43,773 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

exhaust system corroded

n/s/f tyre outter wall cracked heavily

o/s/r tyre cracked on both inner and outter walls

Pass 12 Jul 2010 40,191 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 35,661 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 30,689 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2008 29,518 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

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

Spare tyre defective

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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MA05 DXG is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 MA05 DXG, 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 MA05 DXG registered?

MA05 DXG is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 18 March 2005.

Is MA05 DXG safe to buy?

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