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NC55 LYT

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

143,334 mi
Last recorded143,334 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2023
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC55 LYT
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2023 143,334 miles

Both wiper blades split

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 27 Oct 2023 143,333 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Both wiper blades split

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 9 Sep 2022 137,370 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 1 Sep 2022 137,370 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 133,453 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 129,063 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 125,031 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 118,847 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 112,432 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 105,019 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 97,918 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2014 90,364 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 80,508 miles

FRONT BRAKE PADS AT 5MM...

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 27 Jan 2014 80,508 miles

FRONT BRAKE PADS AT 5MM...

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 23 Jan 2013 65,330 miles

JACKING DAMAGE TO OFFSIDE REAR CILL PANEL...

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

Pass 23 Jan 2013 65,330 miles

JACKING DAMAGE TO OFFSIDE REAR CILL PANEL...

Pass 26 Jan 2012 52,490 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2011 46,027 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 39,557 miles

Centre Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

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

Offside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

both rear tyres heavily cracked

offside front tyre sidewall cracked and worn low on edges

Fail 27 Jan 2010 39,557 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Centre Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

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

Offside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

both rear tyres heavily cracked

offside front tyre sidewall cracked and worn low on edges

Pass 7 Jan 2009 31,059 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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NC55 LYT is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 LYT, 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 NC55 LYT registered?

NC55 LYT is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 16 December 2005.

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