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MW55 NLT

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

121,183 mi
Last recorded121,183 miles
Recorded on4 May 2023
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW55 NLT
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 May 2023 121,183 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 121,169 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Upper Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust deteriorating

Pass 7 Sep 2020 121,043 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Lower Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Upper Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Sep 2020 121,043 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Lower Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Upper Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2019 119,027 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside and Offside rear inner sills corroding

Offside rear outer sill corroding

Rear upper and lower torsion bars corroding

Fail 17 Sep 2019 119,025 miles

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside and Offside rear inner sills corroding

Offside rear outer sill corroding

Rear upper and lower torsion bars corroding

Pass 28 Sep 2018 115,205 miles

nearside rear underside of sill corroded

offside rear underside of sill corroded

rear silencer corroded

Pass 21 Sep 2017 111,247 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 103,993 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 95,510 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2015 95,510 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Fail 26 Sep 2014 83,998 miles

Offside Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 83,998 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 72,717 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 62,729 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 48,733 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 32,421 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 30,929 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 11,469 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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MW55 NLT is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 MW55 NLT, 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 MW55 NLT registered?

MW55 NLT is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 22 November 2005.

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