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MT55 YDF

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

101,293 mi
Last recorded101,293 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2021
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT55 YDF
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Fail 11 Oct 2021 101,293 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to front at rear floor (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill x 2 (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged to frontar rear floor (1.1.11 (c))

Power steering component leaking from pipes and steering rack unit (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged (1.6 (e))

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged sensor cable (1.6 (e))

Nearside Rear Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged (1.6 (e))

Offside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material edge of pipe greased at ferrule (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 96,983 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Oct 2020 96,811 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) steering track rod (2.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2019 93,648 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 17 May 2019 93,615 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill; (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 86,674 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component pressure switch (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 78,863 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 23 Jun 2017 78,857 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Power steering pump leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Rear Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 71,204 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 63,999 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 56,057 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 48,383 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 40,759 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 34,558 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Jun 2010 28,327 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Jun 2009 19,891 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 16,344 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 YDF is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 YDF, 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 YDF registered?

MT55 YDF is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 28 October 2005.

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