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MJ54 YOT

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2025
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

25,982 mi
Last recorded25,982 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2024
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ54 YOT
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2024 25,982 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

exhaust corroded

reverse lamp inoperative

Fail 15 Mar 2024 25,982 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour and cover missing (4.4.3 (a))

exhaust corroded

reverse lamp inoperative

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 23 Feb 2023 25,886 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive Air conditioning pump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Reverse lights inoperative

Pass 16 Feb 2022 25,798 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive Air con pump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Reverse lamp inoperative

Fail 15 Feb 2022 25,798 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Fluid leak, but not excessive Air con pump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Reverse lamp inoperative

Fail 2 Feb 2022 25,792 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both heavily clouded (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Reversing light inoperative

Pass 27 Jan 2021 25,764 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Discs worn and lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light side repeater (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Reverse lights inoperative

Fail 26 Jan 2021 25,763 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Discs worn and lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light side repeater (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Reverse lights inoperative

Pass 21 Jan 2020 25,554 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rears (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jan 2019 24,964 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre cracked

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 28 Jan 2019 24,962 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre cracked

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 17 Jan 2018 22,769 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 31 Jan 2017 20,488 miles

SHIELDS LIMITING INSPECTION

Pass 1 Feb 2016 19,410 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 18,413 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 17,301 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 15,899 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Jan 2012 14,534 miles

n\s\r and o\s\f tyres showing deterioration

Fail 25 Jan 2011 12,391 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 25 Jan 2011 12,391 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 9,958 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 6,569 miles

advise rear exhaust box has a small crack in it

advise n/s/f tyre has a small split

Pass 22 Nov 2007 4,916 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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MJ54 YOT is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 MJ54 YOT, 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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MJ54 YOT is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 5 January 2005.

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