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MW05 EFP

2005 Citroen Xsara

Purple Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

116,933 mi
Last recorded116,933 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2012
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW05 EFP
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2012 116,933 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

number plate lamps slightly dim

o/s/rear tyre worn low on inner edge

Pass 19 Aug 2011 91,572 miles

front brake discs wearing

Fail 19 Aug 2011 91,572 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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

front brake discs wearing

nearside rear tyre wearing on edge

Pass 19 Aug 2010 67,147 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2010 67,146 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 12 Aug 2009 40,745 miles

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)

Pass 24 Jul 2008 16,812 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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MW05 EFP is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Purple with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 MW05 EFP, 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 EFP registered?

MW05 EFP is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 15 August 2005.

Is MW05 EFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW05 EFP shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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