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MJ55 UTC

2005 Citroen Xsara

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

98,976 mi
Last recorded98,976 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ55 UTC
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2017 98,976 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2017 98,976 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front position lamp(s) not working both side lights (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 92,608 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

management light on

Fail 10 Aug 2016 92,608 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid pump not working (8.2.3)

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

management light on

Pass 13 Aug 2015 86,529 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both front sills weak just out of area seat belt mount,

Fail 13 Aug 2015 86,529 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both front sills weak just out of area seat belt mount,

Pass 11 Aug 2014 79,302 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 71,672 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2012 67,104 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Sep 2012 67,104 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2011 55,183 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2011 55,183 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Aug 2010 48,221 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Aug 2009 37,955 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

child seat fitted to o/s/r seat unable to test seatbelt

Pass 20 Sep 2008 28,485 miles

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

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 UTC 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 66.7%.

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 UTC, 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 UTC registered?

MJ55 UTC is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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