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NJ05 OCE

2005 Citroen Xsara

Green Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

61,911 mi
Last recorded61,911 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ05 OCE
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2018 61,911 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 61,485 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2017 61,482 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Jan 2016 58,739 miles

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

Fail 15 Jan 2016 58,622 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 12 Feb 2015 56,010 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 15 Jan 2014 52,253 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2013 47,920 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2013 47,802 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 16 Jan 2012 42,769 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 36,564 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2011 36,564 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 18 Feb 2010 32,109 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2010 32,109 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2009 22,557 miles

offside front tyre wall deteriorated

Pass 22 Feb 2008 15,933 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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NJ05 OCE is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Green with a 1,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 NJ05 OCE, 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 NJ05 OCE registered?

NJ05 OCE is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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The MOT history for NJ05 OCE shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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