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MF55 JJU

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

111,032 mi
Last recorded111,032 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2022
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF55 JJU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2022 111,032 miles

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Exhaust mounting defective back box (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2021 105,188 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 26 Aug 2020 99,816 miles

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear suspension components have some surface corrosion

Pass 19 Aug 2019 95,591 miles

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

Nearside Rear reflector insecure (4.8.1 (b) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Aug 2019 95,591 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear reflector insecure (4.8.1 (b) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 91,354 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources 501 fitted (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust bracket broken

Fail 29 Aug 2018 91,354 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources 501 fitted (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working 380 fitted (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear exhaust bracket broken

Pass 23 Aug 2017 84,946 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view door mirror glass (8.1.2a)

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 31 Aug 2016 74,217 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 58,067 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 47,157 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 40,714 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2013 40,714 miles

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

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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

both rear tyres heavily perished

emissions close to limit

front brake pads look thin

spare tyre close to limit + perishing heavily

Pass 7 Sep 2012 34,609 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 26,613 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2011 26,613 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 16 Sep 2010 20,191 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 14,382 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 8,963 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 JJU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 MF55 JJU, 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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MF55 JJU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 28 September 2005.

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