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NU05 TZL

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU05 TZL
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2016
Pass 27 Apr 2015 112,434 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2015 112,431 miles

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

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

Fail 31 Mar 2014 130,617 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 130,617 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 100,205 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2012 100,205 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 28 Feb 2011 96,662 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front brake discs corroded and pitted

Pass 28 Feb 2011 96,662 miles

front brake discs corroded and pitted

Pass 18 Mar 2010 94,127 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 80,574 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

front to rear brake pipes routed over fuel tank cannot be inspected visually

Pass 25 Mar 2008 64,704 miles

front to rear brake pipes routed over fuel tank cannot be inspected visually

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 TZL is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 TZL, 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 TZL registered?

NU05 TZL is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is NU05 TZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU05 TZL shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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