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MJ05 VLF

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests29 (19 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate65.5%

Mileage

197,217 mi
Last recorded197,217 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ05 VLF
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

19 pass 10 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2026 197,217 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Aug 2026 197,217 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2025 117,042 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Fail 4 Aug 2025 116,911 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

e.m.l on

Pass 11 Jul 2024 108,162 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2024 108,162 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2023 102,546 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 97,591 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2021 91,101 miles

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

Fail 12 May 2021 91,101 miles

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 7 May 2020 85,801 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 81,495 miles

oil leak

Fail 7 May 2019 81,486 miles

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill corroded through (6.1.1 (c) (i))

oil leak

Pass 16 May 2018 76,427 miles

Under body covers fitted

Fail 15 May 2018 76,421 miles

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

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

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)

Under body covers fitted

Pass 1 Jun 2017 71,844 miles
Fail 25 May 2017 71,702 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2016 66,023 miles
Fail 20 May 2016 66,023 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

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

Pass 13 May 2015 59,238 miles

n/s/f tyre and both sides rears tyres perished

Pass 7 May 2014 52,762 miles

n/s/r tyre sidewall perished

Fail 7 May 2014 52,762 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

n/s/r tyre sidewall perished

Pass 20 May 2013 48,341 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 42,697 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 37,191 miles
Fail 10 May 2010 31,614 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 10 May 2010 31,614 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 25,082 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 May 2008 19,524 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 VLF is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.5%.

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 MJ05 VLF, 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 VLF registered?

MJ05 VLF is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 May 2005.

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