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MV05 NTC

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2021
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

82,047 mi
Last recorded82,047 miles
Recorded on5 May 2020
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV05 NTC
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 5 May 2020 82,047 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All four (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat mount worn with slight movement

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 May 2020 82,047 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All four (1.1.11 (c))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Seat mount worn with slight movement

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2019 76,011 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside on the inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front seat mount worn with slight movement

Fail 14 Mar 2019 76,010 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside on the inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front seat mount worn with slight movement

Pass 2 Mar 2018 71,873 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured n/s&o/s (1.4.A.2f)

o/s front tyre worn on inside edge

Fail 2 Mar 2018 71,873 miles

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured n/s&o/s (1.4.A.2f)

o/s front tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 6 Feb 2017 66,378 miles

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured n/s&o/s (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 6 Feb 2017 66,378 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured n/s&o/s (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 Mar 2016 53,707 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2016 53,707 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively n/s&o/s (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Feb 2015 47,759 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 43,621 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 38,573 miles

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

Fail 26 Feb 2013 38,573 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2012 34,440 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2012 34,440 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 21 Feb 2011 29,355 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Feb 2010 22,334 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2010 22,334 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2009 17,836 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 14,377 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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MV05 NTC is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 MV05 NTC, 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 MV05 NTC registered?

MV05 NTC is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 4 March 2005.

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