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MA05 DZP

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

125,624 mi
Last recorded125,624 miles
Recorded on21 May 2021
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA05 DZP
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2021 125,624 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 122,740 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2018 118,571 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2018 118,569 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2017 113,693 miles

Corrosion started on offside outer sill, rear suspension and brake pipes at rear.

Fail 19 Oct 2017 113,693 miles

Corrosion started on offside outer sill, rear suspension and brake pipes at rear.

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Oct 2016 106,120 miles

Brake Hose Ferrules & Brake Pipe Unions corroding.

Front to Rear Brake Lines nr. Tank.

Minor Wear on Driver's Belt.

Pass 22 Oct 2015 99,218 miles

Both Offside & Nearside Rear Tyre's are deteriorating, replacement advised.

Brake Hose Ferrules and Brake Pipe Unions are corroding.

Driver's Seatbelt is worn.

Front Wipers are starting to split.

Tyre Pressures reset for MOT, 32F 32R.

Pass 29 Oct 2014 91,250 miles

Both Sills are showing signs of corrosion toward the front.

Front Tyre Treads are approaching low, advise to be replaced before winter.

N/S/F Tyre, Inner Sidewall is splitting.

O/S Wiper is juddering.

Pass 30 Oct 2013 81,972 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 74,120 miles

<1,000 Miles, the Front Discs and Pads require replacement.

<1,000 Miles, the Front Tyres require replacement. Borderline to failure.

Rear Silencer Strap.

Pass 26 Oct 2011 66,312 miles

slight corrosion on both front brake discs

Pass 26 Oct 2011 66,312 miles

slight corrosion on both front brake discs

Pass 8 Nov 2010 58,451 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 51,174 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 43,674 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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 DZP is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DZP, 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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MA05 DZP is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 March 2005.

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