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NC54 YZV

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

103,359 mi
Last recorded103,359 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC54 YZV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2019 103,359 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 87,125 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 70,684 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 11 Mar 2017 70,684 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported exhaust box insecure (7.1.1)

Pass 5 Mar 2016 66,880 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 63,829 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 60,690 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 57,589 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 54,355 miles

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

REAR SILENCER BOX IS DETERIORATED.

REAR WIPER BLADE RUBBER IS DETERIORATED.

Fail 1 Mar 2012 54,355 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

REAR SILENCER BOX IS DETERIORATED.

REAR WIPER BLADE RUBBER IS DETERIORATED.

Pass 14 Mar 2011 50,943 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 48,312 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2010 48,312 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Feb 2009 39,281 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Feb 2008 30,655 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Feb 2008 30,655 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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NC54 YZV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 NC54 YZV, 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 NC54 YZV registered?

NC54 YZV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 February 2005.

Is NC54 YZV safe to buy?

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