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MT55 ZVR

2005 Citroen Xsara

Purple Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

87,293 mi
Last recorded87,293 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT55 ZVR
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2016 87,293 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 83,425 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2015 83,425 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2014 75,329 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 65,764 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2013 65,764 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Oil leak

front and rear brake discs worn and corroded

Pass 13 Aug 2012 60,267 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 53,909 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 50,278 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2009 43,218 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 32,524 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 ZVR is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Purple with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 ZVR, 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 ZVR registered?

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

Is MT55 ZVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT55 ZVR shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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