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NJ55 KCE

2005 Citroen Xsara

Beige Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

85,158 mi
Last recorded85,158 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2020
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ55 KCE
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2020 85,158 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))

Fail 10 Aug 2020 85,158 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

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))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 76,156 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2019 76,141 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 64,784 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2017 57,746 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 53,092 miles

Offside Front Outer driveshaft boot has grease contamination surrounding the boot

Offside Rear tyre splitting on inner tread areas

Pass 1 Aug 2015 51,313 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 48,581 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 45,186 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2013 46,186 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 42,409 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 37,005 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 37,005 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 32,608 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s/f tyre has slight cracking in sidewalls

o/s/f tyre has slight cracking in sidewalls

Pass 8 Jul 2009 28,739 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 26,121 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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NJ55 KCE is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Beige with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 NJ55 KCE, 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 NJ55 KCE registered?

NJ55 KCE is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 2 September 2005.

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