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NU55 LYR

2005 Citroen Xsara

Beige Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

89,765 mi
Last recorded89,765 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU55 LYR
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2017 89,765 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2017 89,765 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 79,118 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 69,297 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 61,371 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 51,988 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 45,745 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2012 45,745 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Sep 2011 40,030 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2011 40,030 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 34,041 miles

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

Fail 22 Sep 2009 26,667 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 26,667 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 19,737 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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NU55 LYR is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Beige with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 NU55 LYR, 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 NU55 LYR registered?

NU55 LYR is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 27 September 2005.

Is NU55 LYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU55 LYR shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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