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MK55 VEA

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2018
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

85,147 mi
Last recorded85,147 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK55 VEA
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2017 85,147 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 76,682 miles

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

Fail 20 Jul 2016 76,682 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 69,815 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2015 69,814 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 13 May 2014 63,105 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 57,821 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2013 57,821 miles

Offside Rear Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 May 2013 57,816 miles

body damage to nearside

nearside rear tyre outer sidewall slight damage

suspect front pads low

very slight play in nearside rear wheel bearing

Pass 12 Apr 2013 57,222 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 57,222 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jan 2012 48,066 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2012 48,066 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jan 2011 42,230 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2011 42,219 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 11 Jan 2010 35,184 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2009 26,693 miles

3x Child seats fitted to rear seat.

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jan 2009 26,693 miles

3x Child seats fitted to rear seat.

Nail in offside front tyre

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 VEA is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 MK55 VEA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MK55 VEA?

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What year was MK55 VEA registered?

MK55 VEA is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 9 September 2005.

Is MK55 VEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK55 VEA shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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