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NH05 PFV

2005 Citroen Xsara

Beige Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

101,446 mi
Last recorded101,446 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2015
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNH05 PFV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2015 101,446 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Pass 8 Oct 2014 89,412 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 78,807 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2013 78,807 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 15 Sep 2012 66,231 miles

offside front tyre wearing low on outer edge

Fail 15 Sep 2012 66,231 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

offside front tyre wearing low on outer edge

Pass 16 Sep 2011 54,000 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2011 53,889 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Sep 2010 40,116 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2009 27,214 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Sep 2009 27,214 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 18,019 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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NH05 PFV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Beige with a 1,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 NH05 PFV, 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 NH05 PFV registered?

NH05 PFV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 8 August 2005.

Is NH05 PFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for NH05 PFV shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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