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NC55 LYP

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

84,667 mi
Last recorded84,667 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC55 LYP
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2018 84,667 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 79,735 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2017 79,735 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 May 2016 72,682 miles

nearside rear tyre deteriorating on inside tyre wall

Pass 13 Jun 2015 65,952 miles

drivers seat has slight play

nearside front tyre slightly worn on shoulders

Pass 27 Jun 2014 60,727 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2014 60,606 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2013 54,310 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 51,595 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2011 46,963 miles

nearside front tyre is wearing on outer edge

Pass 27 Nov 2010 38,000 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2009 29,477 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2008 21,569 miles

dent in boot child seat fitted to offside rear crack in windscreen both front tyres worn on edges both rear tyres badly cracked in sidewalls

Fail 29 Nov 2008 21,569 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

dent in boot child seat fitted to offside rear crack in windscreen both front tyres worn on edges both rear tyres badly cracked in sidewalls

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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NC55 LYP is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 NC55 LYP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NC55 LYP registered?

NC55 LYP is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 9 December 2005.

Is NC55 LYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for NC55 LYP shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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