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NJ05 OTG

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

123,176 mi
Last recorded123,176 miles
Recorded on3 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ05 OTG
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Fail 3 May 2018 123,176 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Both main brake pipes heavily greased

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

Injectors are leaking from failed seals

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

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 8 May 2017 119,114 miles
Fail 8 May 2017 119,114 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2016 113,695 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded main (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 106,894 miles

slight oil leak

Pass 17 Feb 2014 97,021 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

trims fitted to all four road wheels, unable to examine wheel nuts/bolts

Pass 10 Jan 2014 95,738 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 4 Jan 2013 82,747 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Fail 2 Jan 2013 82,747 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Pass 5 Jan 2012 70,473 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 12 Jan 2011 61,601 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 49,933 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 34,969 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 12 Dec 2007 16,441 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 OTG is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 NJ05 OTG, 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 OTG registered?

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

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