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MW05 BWY

2005 Citroen Xsara

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2016
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

195,096 mi
Last recorded195,096 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW05 BWY
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Fail 14 Nov 2016 195,096 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) insecure unit (1.1.A.3a)

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on only working on fast speed (8.2.1b)

Brake pedal actuating lever slightly worn (3.3.A.1g)

Brake pedal actuating linkage has slight wear in the eye of a brake stationary pin (3.3.A.1g)

Brake pedal anti-slip rubber worn & clutch pedal anti-slip rubber missing

Engine bay covers fitted obscuring some components

Engine management lamp indicating fault

Engine noisy (crank pulley)

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn off on inside edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Oil leak Engine ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Unable to open tail gate

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Engine crankshaft pulley worn, damaged & noisy & drive belt worn

Pass 16 Nov 2015 177,227 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip rubber worn

Clutch pedal anti-slip rubber missing

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Engine oil leak

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake efficiency low 18%

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Spare tyre old 2005 y o m

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 16 Nov 2015 177,227 miles

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

Brake pedal anti-slip rubber worn

Clutch pedal anti-slip rubber missing

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Engine oil leak

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn off on inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn off on inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake efficiency low 18%

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Spare tyre old 2005 y o m

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 159,640 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Nov 2013 144,351 miles

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

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 28 Nov 2012 124,035 miles

Oil leak

Fail 28 Nov 2012 124,035 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 24 Nov 2011 99,916 miles

front brake discs worn

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 24 Nov 2011 99,916 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Centre Rear Lower Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front brake discs worn

Pass 25 Nov 2010 84,366 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 Nov 2009 70,154 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2009 70,154 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2008 54,053 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

damage to nearside rear

Fail 27 Nov 2008 54,053 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

damage to nearside rear

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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MW05 BWY is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 MW05 BWY, 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 MW05 BWY registered?

MW05 BWY is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 26 July 2005.

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