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MD05 SHX

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

177,608 mi
Last recorded177,608 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMD05 SHX
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2017 177,608 miles

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 28 Jan 2016 172,214 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2016 172,214 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)

Pass 12 Feb 2015 170,213 miles

Engine mounting slightly deteriorated

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak

Pass 4 Feb 2014 167,088 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 4 Feb 2014 167,088 miles

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 2 Feb 2013 158,261 miles

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

engine man.light on

Pass 30 Jan 2012 129,922 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011
Fail 20 Jan 2011

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2010 77,164 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 63,044 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2010 63,044 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Feb 2009 29,077 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 25,939 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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MD05 SHX is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 MD05 SHX, 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 MD05 SHX registered?

MD05 SHX is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 29 August 2005.

Is MD05 SHX safe to buy?

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