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MJ55 EBU

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

95,300 mi
Last recorded95,300 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2014
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ55 EBU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2014 95,300 miles

both rear tyres heavily perished

Pass 13 Aug 2013 75,392 miles

Both front brake discs slightly worn

Both rear tyres slightly perished

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Sep 2012 65,850 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 31 Aug 2011 57,793 miles

O/S/R Tyre has small cracks in the outer sidewall

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 57,793 miles

O/S/R Tyre has small cracks in the outer sidewall

Fail 20 Sep 2010 55,803 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Offside Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Pass 20 Sep 2010 55,803 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Pass 18 Sep 2009 52,499 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 34,252 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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MJ55 EBU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 MJ55 EBU, 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 EBU registered?

MJ55 EBU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 21 September 2005.

Is MJ55 EBU safe to buy?

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