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NA05 EXC

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

55,014 mi
Last recorded55,014 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2023
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNA05 EXC
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2023 55,014 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

general underbody corrosion

sills coated in underseal

Pass 22 Mar 2022 53,154 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

underbody and sills corroded

undertrays fitted

Pass 13 Mar 2021 42,068 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 13 Mar 2020 41,612 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2019 40,807 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2019 40,807 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 39,606 miles

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2017 38,524 miles

Nearside Rear exhaust hanger deteriorated but system secure

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 37,352 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 34,939 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2015 34,927 miles

Nearside Front Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 32,402 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 30,073 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 27,063 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2012 27,063 miles

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

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 23,773 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2011 23,773 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 23 Mar 2010 20,518 miles

Oil leak

Pass 20 Mar 2009 16,226 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 13,640 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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NA05 EXC is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 NA05 EXC, 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 NA05 EXC registered?

NA05 EXC is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 18 March 2005.

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