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MW55 SYO

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

62,923 mi
Last recorded62,923 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW55 SYO
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2019 62,923 miles

Front tyres low n/s and o/s

Fail 16 Jan 2019 62,921 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front tyres low n/s and o/s

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner wing (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Jan 2018 57,529 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 49,077 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Jan 2016 46,325 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Dec 2014 43,501 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 29 Nov 2013 40,638 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 37,932 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 34,428 miles

Offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 3 Nov 2010 29,390 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 23,926 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2008 18,122 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 SYO is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 SYO, 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 SYO registered?

MW55 SYO is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is MW55 SYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW55 SYO shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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