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MA05 TXT

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

55,398 mi
Last recorded55,398 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2018 55,398 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2018 55,398 miles

Lower Engine mounting bracket excessively loose (6.1.8 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2017 50,511 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2016 44,697 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 42,671 miles

OIL FILLER CAP MISSING.

Pass 23 Apr 2014 40,741 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

oil filler cap missing.

Fail 23 Apr 2014 40,740 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

oil filler cap missing.

Pass 22 Apr 2013 38,307 miles

both rear tyres have signs of cracking detected!!

rear exhaust mounting bracket corroded and broken but still supporting system ok!!

Pass 24 Apr 2012 36,356 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 33,089 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 29,409 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2009 25,677 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 21,854 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 TXT is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 MA05 TXT, 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 TXT registered?

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

Is MA05 TXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA05 TXT shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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