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NU05 DAO

2005 Citroen Xsara

Green Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

151,867 mi
Last recorded151,867 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU05 DAO
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2018 151,867 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Dec 2018 151,867 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2017 144,375 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush both sides (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion seals (6.1.A.1)

chips on windscreen

Fail 16 Nov 2017 144,375 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush both sides (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion seals (6.1.A.1)

chips on windscreen

Pass 30 Nov 2016 138,776 miles

Nearside Rear Sidewall cracking

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 26 Nov 2015 133,095 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2015 133,095 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2014 126,023 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 117,997 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2013 117,997 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 112,576 miles

nearside front tyre slightly worn on outer edge

offside inner steering joint slight play

Pass 18 Jul 2011 104,822 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 91,037 miles

heat cover insecure

Fail 14 Apr 2010 91,037 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

heat cover insecure

Fail 24 Apr 2009 77,192 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 77,192 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Apr 2008 63,416 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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NU05 DAO is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Green with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NU05 DAO, 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 NU05 DAO registered?

NU05 DAO is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 20 April 2005.

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