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MW55 SMV

2005 Citroen Xsara

Purple Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

112,687 mi
Last recorded112,687 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2015
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW55 SMV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2015 112,687 miles

Cover over rear seatbelt not allowing full inspection

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 30 Dec 2014 93,015 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Jan 2014 75,407 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Spare tyre defective

Pass 28 Dec 2012 55,301 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2012 55,301 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 5 Jan 2012 36,537 miles

Both rear tyres side walls slightly perrished but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

Fail 5 Jan 2012 36,537 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Both rear tyres side walls slightly perrished but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

Pass 7 Oct 2010 30,592 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 7 Oct 2010 30,592 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 13 Oct 2009 22,422 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nearside front tyre sidewall damage

Pass 10 Oct 2008 15,699 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 SMV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Purple with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 MW55 SMV, 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 SMV registered?

MW55 SMV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 24 November 2005.

Is MW55 SMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW55 SMV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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