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NL55 XJO

2005 Citroen Xsara

Beige Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

124,983 mi
Last recorded124,983 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL55 XJO
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2019 124,983 miles

Front Coolant leak ()

Pass 26 Jun 2018 114,869 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 107,634 miles
Fail 26 May 2017 107,631 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle and back box (7.1.2)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 98,888 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear flange (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion outter sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)

exhaust front down pipe mounting corroded

exhaust rear rubber mounting splitting

Pass 28 May 2015 93,269 miles
Fail 26 May 2015 93,268 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 86,577 miles

CAT exhaust hanger snapped but exhaust still fully suported

Pass 13 Sep 2013 77,923 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 67,658 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 54,349 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2010 42,098 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Aug 2010 42,098 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 32,169 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 23,880 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 XJO is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Beige with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XJO, 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 XJO registered?

NL55 XJO is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 21 September 2005.

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