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NJ05 UTP

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

150,025 mi
Last recorded150,025 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ05 UTP
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2020 150,025 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 142,019 miles
Fail 1 May 2019 142,016 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill area (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 May 2018 135,560 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2017 128,854 miles

Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 4 May 2017 128,854 miles

Electronic stability system wiring excessively damaged (3.4.3)

Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 May 2016 122,682 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 122,682 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2015 116,078 miles

os front coil spring rusty!!!

Fail 29 Apr 2015 116,078 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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)

os front coil spring rusty!!!

Pass 8 May 2014 110,595 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 101,159 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 90,585 miles

Rear exhaust bracket snapped

Pass 3 May 2011 78,950 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 59,955 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 39,882 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 23,882 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 23,272 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 UTP is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 UTP, 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 UTP registered?

NJ05 UTP is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 7 March 2005.

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