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MT05 XLP

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2018
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

103,503 mi
Last recorded103,503 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT05 XLP
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2017 103,503 miles

Offside Rear Outer unable to give full inspection as the webbing has been taped

Fail 20 Sep 2017 103,503 miles

Offside Rear Outer unable to give full inspection as the webbing has been taped

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Sep 2016 95,610 miles

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

both rear tyres wearing on outer edges

offside rear lamp cover damaged

offside rear seat belt coverded

previous welding repairs to both outer sills

Fail 15 Sep 2016 95,525 miles

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill panel (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill panel (5.2.6)

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

both rear tyres wearing on outer edges

offside rear seat belt coverded

Pass 18 Sep 2015 87,852 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Rear lamp cracked

Offside Rear tape around webbing , may be to stop the buckle sliding but cant assess the webbing for damage

Fail 18 Sep 2015 87,852 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Rear lamp cracked

Offside Rear tape around webbing , may be to stop the buckle sliding but cant assess the webbing for damage

Fail 23 Sep 2014 78,077 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 78,077 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 16 Sep 2013 69,320 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2013 69,320 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2012 60,578 miles

nsr tyre worn on edges

osr tyre worn on edges

Fail 18 Sep 2012 60,578 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

nsf tyre worn on edges

osf tyre worn on edges

Pass 30 Sep 2011 49,834 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2011 49,834 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 43,932 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2010 29,726 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 16,206 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 7,288 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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MT05 XLP is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel 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 MT05 XLP, 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 MT05 XLP registered?

MT05 XLP is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 May 2005.

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