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NL55 PGU

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

44,865 mi
Last recorded44,865 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2013
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL55 PGU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2013 44,865 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2013 44,865 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2012 38,604 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 35,382 miles

front brake discs worn

Pass 17 Nov 2010 31,865 miles

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

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

Rear tyres heavily deteriorating on outer sidewalls. Nearside rear just meets min requirments at time of test. "strongly advise to be replaced"

Spare tyre defective

Fail 17 Nov 2010 31,865 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Rear tyres heavily deteriorating on outer sidewalls. Nearside rear just meets min requirments at time of test. "strongly advise to be replaced"

Spare tyre defective

Pass 10 Nov 2009 26,975 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2009 26,975 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 22,050 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 20,583 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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NL55 PGU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 NL55 PGU, 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 NL55 PGU registered?

NL55 PGU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 12 September 2005.

Is NL55 PGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL55 PGU shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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