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NG55 OPL

2005 Citroen Xsara

Beige Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2022
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

111,434 mi
Last recorded111,434 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2021
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG55 OPL
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2021 111,434 miles

Exhaust system corroded.

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Aug 2021 111,434 miles

Exhaust system corroded.

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Dec 2020 111,307 miles

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced lower sill corroded badly (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced lower sill badly corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jan 2019 100,665 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2017 86,757 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 82,015 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 13 Jan 2016 81,989 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Jan 2015 71,983 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2014 71,842 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Dec 2013 67,709 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 63,259 miles

N/S/F N/S/R O/S/R tyres slightley perished.

Pass 19 Dec 2011 58,369 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 54,617 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2010 54,617 miles

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

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

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

nearside front discs corrorded

Fail 21 Dec 2009 49,627 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Dec 2009 49,627 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2009 45,371 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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NG55 OPL is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Beige with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 NG55 OPL, 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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NG55 OPL is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 22 December 2005.

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