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MV05 VPU

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2024
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,701 mi
Last recorded55,701 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2022
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV05 VPU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 13 Dec 2022 55,701 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2022 54,608 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 53,409 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 52,271 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 50,613 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 49,238 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 47,925 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear pipe at bend near axle (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Jan 2016 46,837 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 45,743 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 43,977 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 10 Jan 2013 42,505 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 40,952 miles

osf,nsf,nsr and osr tyres perished

Pass 12 Jan 2011 39,426 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 38,083 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 32,865 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 27,065 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 VPU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MV05 VPU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MV05 VPU registered?

MV05 VPU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is MV05 VPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV05 VPU shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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