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MA05 TWW

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

159,679 mi
Last recorded159,679 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA05 TWW
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2019 159,679 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 149,324 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 141,476 miles

Body has slight corrosion underbody (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak ()

Fail 26 Jan 2017 141,476 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Body has slight corrosion underbody (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak ()

front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 26 Jan 2016 129,238 miles

child seats fitted

Fail 21 Jan 2015 117,729 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2015 117,729 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 107,032 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 1 Feb 2013 96,314 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2012 83,326 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 1 Feb 2012 83,326 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 70,286 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 58,010 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2010 58,010 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 27 Jan 2009 44,706 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Sep 2008 42,108 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2008 34,966 miles

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

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

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 TWW is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 TWW, 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 TWW registered?

MA05 TWW is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is MA05 TWW safe to buy?

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