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MJ55 AOT

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2017
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

82,262 mi
Last recorded82,262 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ55 AOT
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2016 82,262 miles

Child seats fitted unable to carry out full check on adult belts

Fail 19 Feb 2016 82,223 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded To centre (3.6.B.2c)

Child seats fitted unable to carry out full check on adult belts

Pass 30 Dec 2014 74,502 miles

2 x child seats in rear of vehicle

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust heatshield hanging down

Fail 30 Dec 2014 74,502 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

2 x child seats in rear of vehicle

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust heatshield hanging down

Pass 22 Jan 2014 67,766 miles

ADVISE FRONT BRAKE PADS AND DISCS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

FRONT TYRES WORN

O/S/R TYRE WORN/CRACKING

OIL FILLER CAP MISSING

OIL LOW

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 Jan 2014 67,766 miles

ADVISE FRONT BRAKE PADS AND DISCS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

FRONT TYRES WORN

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

O/S/R TYRE WORN/CRACKING

OIL FILLER CAP MISSING

OIL LOW

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Jan 2013 60,125 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES CRACKING

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

ENGINE OIL LOW

EXHAUST BACK BOX BRACKET BROKEN

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

OIL FILLER CAP MISSING

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Jan 2013 60,125 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES CRACKING

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

ENGINE OIL LOW

EXHAUST BACK BOX BRACKET BROKEN

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

OIL FILLER CAP MISSING

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jan 2012 54,284 miles

ENGINE OIL LOW

EXHAUST BACK BOX BRACKET BROKEN

O/S/R SEATBELT CHECKED IN PLACE,CHILD SEAT FITTED

Fail 18 Jan 2012 54,284 miles

ENGINE OIL LOW

EXHAUST BACK BOX BRACKET BROKEN

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

O/S/R SEATBELT CHECKED IN PLACE,CHILD SEAT FITTED

Pass 19 Jan 2011 46,102 miles

ADVISE EXHAUST BACK BOX HANGER

N/S/R SEATBELT CHECKED IN PLACE,CHILD SEAT FITTED

Fail 19 Jan 2011 46,102 miles

ADVISE EXHAUST BACK BOX HANGER

N/S/R SEATBELT CHECKED IN PLACE,CHILD SEAT FITTED

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Jan 2010 38,949 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 31,545 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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MJ55 AOT is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 MJ55 AOT, 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 MJ55 AOT registered?

MJ55 AOT is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 23 November 2005.

Is MJ55 AOT safe to buy?

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