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NH05 XWL

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

83,630 mi
Last recorded83,630 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2024
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNH05 XWL
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2024 83,630 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge note tyre tread depth 3.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge note tyre tread depth 3.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Oct 2023 81,382 miles

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play steering arm inner ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2022 78,058 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective bracket at the rear if the vehicle corroded but still secure (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 18 Oct 2022 78,056 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working both washers inop (3.5 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective bracket at the rear if the vehicle corroded but still secure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 76,828 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 76,131 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 75,803 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 75,303 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 74,005 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 72,376 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 71,310 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 69,540 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 65,132 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 60,440 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 53,716 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 49,292 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 44,752 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 43,495 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 36,612 miles

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

Fail 8 Jul 2008 36,544 miles

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

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

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

front brake discs worn to the minimum thickness indicators

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 XWL is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 NH05 XWL, 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 XWL registered?

NH05 XWL is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 22 July 2005.

Is NH05 XWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for NH05 XWL shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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