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MK55 XKW

2005 Citroen Xsara

Beige Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

107,722 mi
Last recorded107,722 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK55 XKW
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 107,722 miles

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

o/s rear outer sill corroded

rear suspension components corroded

Pass 13 Jan 2025 107,070 miles

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

o/s outer sill corroded

Pass 2 Jan 2024 106,675 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Jan 2023 103,712 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2021 102,216 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 100,527 miles

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 98,686 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2019 98,686 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Dec 2018 96,372 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2017 92,356 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 85,266 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 75,833 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 67,889 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 60,385 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Dec 2012 54,876 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2012 54,748 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Exhaust back box hanger broken. system still supported

Pass 7 Dec 2011 49,786 miles

Spare tyre defective

Pass 18 Nov 2010 42,743 miles

Both rear tyre wearing on edge

Fail 18 Nov 2010 42,743 miles

Both rear tyre wearing on edge

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Aug 2009 35,517 miles

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

both rear tyres perrished

Pass 15 Aug 2008 27,390 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 XKW is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Beige with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 XKW, 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 XKW registered?

MK55 XKW is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 27 September 2005.

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