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NU05 VVS

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

86,306 mi
Last recorded86,306 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU05 VVS
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2020 86,306 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 80,006 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 74,781 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 68,602 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 64,418 miles

child seats fitted

Pass 19 Jun 2015 60,047 miles

rear exhaust getting rough

Pass 17 Jun 2014 55,959 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 48,720 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 41,306 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2011 34,520 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 29,891 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 24,226 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2008 18,293 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 18,293 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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 VVS is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 NU05 VVS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NU05 VVS registered?

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

Is NU05 VVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU05 VVS shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NU05 VVS have outstanding finance?

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