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MK55 OWU

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

79,039 mi
Last recorded79,039 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK55 OWU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2018 79,039 miles

both front anti roll bar drop links worn

both front outer sills corroded and holed not in perscribed area strong advise

both front suspension leg top mountings seizing

n/s steering rack boot deteriorated and rack misting oil

rear exhaust clamp poor and leaking

Pass 28 Nov 2017 75,729 miles

both sides outer sills corroded in poor condition strong advise

n/s rear tyre low tread worn on edges

n/s steering rack boot badly deteriorated

o/s front suspension leg top mounting seized

power steering badly misting oil suspect switch strong advise

transmission oil leak n/s drive shaft seal

Pass 24 Nov 2016 72,670 miles

both rear indicators discoloured

n/s front tyre starting to get low in tread

n/s rear tyre cracking in treads and badly deteriorated in sidewalls

n/s wiper blade poor

power steering leak rack area

slight play in front anti roll bar drop links

Pass 17 Nov 2015 66,373 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.3.3b)

outer sills lightly corroded

Pass 6 Oct 2014 61,861 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 56,699 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 51,094 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2011 47,750 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 43,578 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 35,684 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 27,033 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2008 27,033 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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 OWU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 OWU, 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 OWU registered?

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

Is MK55 OWU safe to buy?

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