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MW05 XXM

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

64,546 mi
Last recorded64,546 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW05 XXM
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2016 64,546 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement p bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement p bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 60,859 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 50,162 miles

nearside offside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 14 Jul 2014 50,162 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

nearside offside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Jul 2013 44,729 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2012 39,661 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

front brake discs worn

Pass 16 Jul 2012 39,661 miles

front brake discs worn

Pass 16 Jul 2011 31,931 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 16 Jul 2011 31,931 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 22 Jun 2010 23,998 miles

corrosion on rear exhaust mounting

front brake discs worn

Pass 18 Aug 2009 19,654 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 15,786 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 XXM is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 XXM, 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 XXM registered?

MW05 XXM is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 18 August 2005.

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