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NG05 OVW

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

124,463 mi
Last recorded124,463 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG05 OVW
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2017 124,463 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 121,647 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 117,477 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2014 107,993 miles

near side wiper blade spliting

rear exhaust mounting corroded

Pass 8 Aug 2013 83,067 miles

nearside windscreen wiper blade split slightly.

slight brake bind on nearside rear wheel.

Fail 8 Aug 2013 83,067 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

brake fluid level slightly low.

nail in offside rear tyre.

nearside windscreen wiper blade split slightly.

slight brake bind on nearside rear wheel.

Pass 16 Aug 2012 75,441 miles

top engine cover loose

Fail 13 Aug 2012 75,431 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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

top engine cover loose

Pass 12 Aug 2011 67,297 miles

exhaust back box strap repaired

Pass 7 Aug 2010 57,304 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2009 48,632 miles

FRONT BRAKE PADS MAY BE GETTING LOW

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Aug 2009 48,632 miles

FRONT BRAKE PADS MAY BE GETTING LOW

Pass 19 May 2008 39,965 miles

o/s/r tyre scuffed on inside edge

Fail 19 May 2008 39,965 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

o/s/r tyre scuffed on inside edge

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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NG05 OVW is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 NG05 OVW, 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 NG05 OVW registered?

NG05 OVW is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 June 2005.

Is NG05 OVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for NG05 OVW shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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