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MT05 XTA

2005 Citroen Xsara

Green Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

136,158 mi
Last recorded136,158 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT05 XTA
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2018 136,158 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2017 123,460 miles

advise brake discs corroded and worn

advise cant see brake pads clearly wheel trims fitted

Pass 16 Aug 2016 112,205 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 100,351 miles

advise cant see brake pads clearly wheel trims fitted ok on brake tester

advise front discs inner surface corroded ok on brake tester

Fail 25 Aug 2015 100,351 miles

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

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

advise cant see brake pads clearly wheel trims fitted ok on brake tester

advise front discs inner surface corroded ok on brake tester

Pass 22 Aug 2014 95,172 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

advise cant see brake pads clearly wheel trims fitted ok on brake tester

Pass 12 Aug 2013 91,070 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Sep 2012 87,551 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 11 Sep 2012 87,551 miles

Offside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Nov 2011 82,890 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2010 70,050 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 55,643 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 41,631 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 35,632 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 XTA is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Green with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 MT05 XTA, 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 XTA registered?

MT05 XTA is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 17 June 2005.

Is MT05 XTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT05 XTA shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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