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MM54 RUV

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

107,927 mi
Last recorded107,927 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM54 RUV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Fail 31 Oct 2025 107,927 miles

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 12 Nov 2024 103,667 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2023 98,691 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2022 95,159 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 92,032 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 88,290 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

wipers poor

Pass 29 Nov 2019 85,881 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Nov 2019 85,881 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2018 80,351 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 75,710 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 69,294 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 63,402 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2015 63,402 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Nov 2014 57,319 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 28 Oct 2013 49,776 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 49,058 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 38,548 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 36,898 miles

nearside front, offside front and nearside rear tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 26 Nov 2010 33,690 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 30,997 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 26,557 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2008 26,557 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Feb 2008 21,993 miles

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

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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MM54 RUV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 MM54 RUV, 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 MM54 RUV registered?

MM54 RUV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 28 February 2005.

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The MOT history for MM54 RUV shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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