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MV55 RDY

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

65,984 mi
Last recorded65,984 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2014
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV55 RDY
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2014 65,984 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 54,212 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 52,015 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 40,895 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2011 40,895 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Nov 2010 34,790 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2010 34,790 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Nov 2009 28,149 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2008 19,231 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2008 19,231 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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MV55 RDY is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 MV55 RDY, 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 MV55 RDY registered?

MV55 RDY is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 17 October 2005.

Is MV55 RDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV55 RDY shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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