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MF55 DFP

2005 Citroen Xsara

Beige Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

52,399 mi
Last recorded52,399 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF55 DFP
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2016 52,399 miles

Exhaust system showing signs of corrosion

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing Both (2.7.2a)

Rear number plate cracked. Still secure

Pass 8 Sep 2015 49,467 miles

Exhaust system showing signs of corrosion

Nearside Rear outer wall deteriorating

Fail 8 Sep 2015 49,466 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust system showing signs of corrosion

Nearside Rear outer wall deteriorating

Fail 10 Sep 2014 45,150 miles

Exhaust system showing signs of corrosion

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 45,150 miles

Exhaust system showing signs of corrosion

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 41,974 miles

Offside rear tyre showing inner wall and tread cracks and has a nail in it.

Pass 6 Sep 2012 39,496 miles

o/s rear tyer side wall deteriorated

Fail 6 Sep 2012 39,495 miles

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

o/s rear tyer side wall deteriorated

Pass 12 Sep 2011 36,889 miles

2 child seats fitted in rear

o/s/rear tyre side wall been damaged from hitting kerb no cord or wire at time of test

passanger side washer jet not working

Fail 12 Sep 2011 36,889 miles

2 child seats fitted in rear

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

o/s/rear tyre side wall been damaged from hitting kerb no cord or wire at time of test

passanger side washer jet not working

Pass 3 Sep 2010 28,222 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 20,194 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 Aug 2008 14,261 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 DFP is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Beige with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 DFP, 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 DFP registered?

MF55 DFP is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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