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MA05 OBT

2005 Citroen Xsara

Purple Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

85,323 mi
Last recorded85,323 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA05 OBT
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Fail 1 Apr 2017 85,323 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering outer sill (6.1.A.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 73,559 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 63,475 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 53,619 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 48,668 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 44,730 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 40,818 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2010 35,884 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2010 35,878 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

2 rear tyres sidewall slight cuts

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

Pass 30 Mar 2009 31,600 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 23,172 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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MA05 OBT is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Purple with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 OBT, 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 MA05 OBT registered?

MA05 OBT is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 22 March 2005.

Is MA05 OBT safe to buy?

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