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MW05 UKP

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

107,023 mi
Last recorded107,023 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2023
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW05 UKP
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Fail 6 Nov 2023 107,023 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged outer cover slightly insecure ()

Offside Front headlamp slightly cloudy

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 103,814 miles

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front headlamp lightly cloudy

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

general under body corrosion

Fail 10 Nov 2022 103,814 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front headlamp lightly cloudy

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

general under body corrosion

Pass 5 Nov 2021 102,426 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2020 100,925 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 93,380 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 87,591 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 82,185 miles

Nearside wiper blade deterating

Rear brake pipes slight corrosion

Pass 27 May 2016 73,716 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 65,904 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 59,642 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 55,344 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 49,661 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 44,753 miles

n/s/f lower arm rear bush slightly weak

Pass 13 May 2010 38,827 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 33,741 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 27,812 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

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 UKP is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 UKP, 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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MW05 UKP is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 August 2005.

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