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MW05 VVH

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

95,377 mi
Last recorded95,377 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2021
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW05 VVH
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2021 95,377 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

timing belt history ?

Pass 4 Jun 2020 93,823 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 89,154 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 84,067 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective Silencer strap corred (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 11 Jun 2018 84,065 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective Silencer strap corred (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 79,920 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 74,573 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 69,643 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 64,878 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 56,841 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 52,073 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 44,806 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 37,336 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2009 30,683 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 23,710 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 VVH is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 VVH, 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 VVH registered?

MW05 VVH is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 June 2005.

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The MOT history for MW05 VVH shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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