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MF55 CXY

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2023
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

86,112 mi
Last recorded86,112 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2022
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF55 CXY
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2022 86,112 miles

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

Outer sill corroded - just okay at time of test

Fail 8 Sep 2022 86,112 miles

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

Outer sill corroded - just okay at time of test

Offside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 83,775 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber outer casing corroded

Rear Axle corroded

Fail 8 Sep 2021 83,775 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber outer casing corroded

Rear Axle corroded

Pass 6 Apr 2020 81,136 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both rear indicators (4.4.3 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Slight blow from front of exhaust (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Cracking (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 3 Apr 2020 81,129 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged and cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both rear indicators (4.4.3 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Slight blow from front of exhaust (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Cracking (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2019 78,510 miles

rear wiper blade slightly deteriorated

Fail 21 Mar 2019 78,485 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault codes cleared (7.1.6 (a))

rear wiper blade slightly deteriorated

Pass 18 Apr 2018 76,125 miles

Rear indicator colours faded

number plate lamp came on with a tap

Fail 17 Apr 2018 76,092 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Rear indicator colours faded

number plate lamp came on with a tap

Pass 17 Jan 2017 71,941 miles

front exhaust mounting corroded

front tyres cracking on side walls

n/s rear tyre low on tread

slight blow from front exhaust

Pass 2 Sep 2016 69,828 miles

slight cracking in rear tyres

Pass 29 Sep 2015 64,009 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cat to middle (7.1.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle to rear (7.1.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage moist around pressure sensor on pipe (2.3.3b)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 61,668 miles

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Fail 10 Jan 2014 57,590 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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front discs pitted

Pass 10 Jan 2014 57,590 miles

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front discs pitted

Fail 10 Jan 2013 51,845 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Jan 2013 51,845 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 45,327 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2011 45,327 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 6 Jan 2011 38,986 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 24,457 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 15,276 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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MF55 CXY is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 CXY, 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 CXY registered?

MF55 CXY is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is MF55 CXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF55 CXY shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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