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MJ05 PYH

2005 Citroen Xsara

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

98,887 mi
Last recorded98,887 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ05 PYH
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2018 98,887 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 92,546 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2017 92,546 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Dec 2016 79,396 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 69,586 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 67,873 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 59,489 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 52,443 miles

front brake discs corrodeing on inner surfaces

nearside front outer door sill corrodeing

Fail 14 Jun 2013 52,441 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

185/65/15/88h michelin

front brake discs corrodeing on inner surfaces

nearside front outer door sill corrodeing

very strong advisory that the nearside rear tyre is perished and worn to limit (advise replacement)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 44,483 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 36,181 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 29,859 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2010 29,859 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2009 24,901 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 Jun 2008 19,064 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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MJ05 PYH is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MJ05 PYH, 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 MJ05 PYH registered?

MJ05 PYH is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 6 May 2005.

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