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MT55 OWY

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

73,182 mi
Last recorded73,182 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2015
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT55 OWY
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2015 73,182 miles

Offside Rear light lens damaged but not showing white light to rear

Pass 30 Sep 2014 63,241 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Slight damage to O/S/F mirror pod.

Fail 30 Sep 2014 63,241 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Slight damage to O/S/F mirror pod.

Pass 2 Oct 2013 52,510 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 43,575 miles

Nearside Rear 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 25 Aug 2012 41,934 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2011 30,935 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2011 30,935 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2010 21,544 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 21,544 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 12,788 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 7,725 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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MT55 OWY is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MT55 OWY, 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 MT55 OWY registered?

MT55 OWY is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 18 October 2005.

Is MT55 OWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT55 OWY shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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