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MK55 JPU

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

111,194 mi
Last recorded111,194 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK55 JPU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 25 Feb 2019 111,194 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

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

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2017 97,136 miles

Nearside Front Outer Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Outer Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 28 Jul 2016 92,799 miles

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

both outer sills surface Corrosion

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 26 Jul 2016 92,799 miles

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

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

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 10 Nov 2015 84,985 miles

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

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

nearside rear tyre is worn on inner an outer edge and close top legal limit

Fail 10 Nov 2015 84,985 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

nearside rear tyre is worn on inner an outer edge and close top legal limit

Pass 30 Oct 2014 74,449 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 65,163 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 53,789 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 48,449 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 38,176 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 28,012 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 16,733 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 JPU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 MK55 JPU, 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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MK55 JPU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 15 November 2005.

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