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MW05 YPV

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

23,264 mi
Last recorded23,264 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW05 YPV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 23,264 miles

Both rear Shock Absorbers corroded

Rear Axle corroded

Fail 29 Jul 2026 23,264 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Both rear Shock Absorbers corroded

Rear Axle corroded

Pass 30 Jul 2025 23,245 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both Rear Shock Absorber Casings heavily corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear Axle corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2024 23,231 miles

rear shock absorbers corroding

Pass 5 May 2023 23,181 miles

rear shock absorbers corroding

Pass 10 May 2022 23,163 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

rear shock absorbers corroding

Pass 9 Nov 2020 23,157 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 22,931 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 May 2018 22,542 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2017 21,839 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2016 21,241 miles

Rear tyres ageing (2005 date)

both front tyres ageing (2005 date) - inner shoulder tread tearing

Pass 11 May 2015 20,423 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 21 May 2014 19,754 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 18,040 miles

Mounting bracket for rear silencer broken but exhaust system is still secure.

Pass 9 May 2012 16,494 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 14,802 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 13,420 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 11,414 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 9,085 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 YPV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 YPV, 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 YPV registered?

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

Is MW05 YPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW05 YPV shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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