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MF05 WPL

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

103,534 mi
Last recorded103,534 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF05 WPL
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2017 103,534 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front tyre worn on edges of tread

Nearside Rear tyre very worn on edges of tread

Offside Front tyre worn on edges of tread

Offside Rear tyre rubber deteriorated and cracking

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 27 Jun 2017 103,533 miles

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at rear section (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front tyre worn on edges of tread

Nearside Rear tyre very worn on edges of tread

Offside Front tyre worn on edges of tread

Offside Rear tyre rubber deteriorated and cracking

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 1 Jun 2016 96,621 miles

play in nearside inner rack arm

Fail 31 May 2016 96,621 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

play in nearside inner rack arm

Pass 11 Jun 2015 89,015 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 11 Jun 2015 89,015 miles

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

n/s front tyre devoid of tread on outer shoulder

Pass 18 Jun 2014 81,302 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2013 72,071 miles

oil leak on gearbox

Pass 16 Jun 2012 62,674 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 50,770 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2011 50,770 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 34,502 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 25,663 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 24,837 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 19,795 miles

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

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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MF05 WPL is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,587cc petrol 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 MF05 WPL, 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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MF05 WPL is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 24 March 2005.

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