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NC05 GXZ

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

125,554 mi
Last recorded125,554 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC05 GXZ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2017 125,554 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 117,476 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2016 117,476 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 108,188 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2015 108,188 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings both outer sills (6.1.B.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2014 101,217 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 92,750 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2013 89,944 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2013 89,944 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 78,264 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 69,154 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 15 Apr 2010 56,593 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2010 56,593 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 15 Apr 2009 47,590 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 15 Apr 2009 47,590 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 39,944 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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NC05 GXZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NC05 GXZ, 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 NC05 GXZ registered?

NC05 GXZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 27 May 2005.

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