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MF55 CKN

2005 Citroen Xsara

Purple Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2024
Tests25 (15 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

92,620 mi
Last recorded92,620 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2023
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF55 CKN
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

15 pass 10 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2023 92,620 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2023 92,620 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working side (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working side (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Aug 2022 92,326 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 25 Aug 2022 92,324 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 91,318 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

rear exhaust corroded

Fail 10 Aug 2021 91,318 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 25 Aug 2020 89,741 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2020 89,739 miles

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2019 88,453 miles

Exhaust back box deteriorated but not leaking

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged glass cracked ()

Fail 8 Aug 2019 88,449 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Exhaust back box deteriorated but not leaking

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged glass cracked ()

Pass 14 Aug 2018 86,927 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 13 Aug 2018 86,927 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords `185 65 15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose back box mount (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2017 85,735 miles

front tyres badly cracked

Pass 30 Aug 2016 84,086 miles

Front cracks in tyres

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Oct 2014 80,978 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 9 Oct 2013 75,478 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2013 75,478 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2012 68,208 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2012 68,206 miles

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

Fail 28 Sep 2011 60,369 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 60,369 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2010 50,520 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 39,441 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2009 39,439 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 26,134 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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MF55 CKN is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Purple with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MF55 CKN, 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 MF55 CKN registered?

MF55 CKN is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 9 September 2005.

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