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MK55 JKY

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

129,382 mi
Last recorded129,382 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK55 JKY
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 129,382 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Rear sub frame undersealed

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Jul 2026 129,380 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust silencer likely to become detached back box (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Rear sub frame undersealed

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2025 127,008 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal underneath corrode (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Aug 2025 127,001 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources one of the rear registration lamp is not working (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal underneath corrode (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2024 124,859 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2023 121,414 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2022 118,073 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2022 118,061 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Aug 2021 111,832 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jul 2020 107,365 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 102,219 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 95,859 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 90,021 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 84,118 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2016 84,118 miles

Nearside Front Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sil (6.1.B.2)

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Dec 2015 75,077 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Dec 2015 75,076 miles

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

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Oct 2014 61,829 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 21 Oct 2013 53,690 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 47,700 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 40,637 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 33,300 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 27,262 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 21,742 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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MK55 JKY is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 MK55 JKY, 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 MK55 JKY registered?

MK55 JKY is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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