CarVerify

Free Car Check

NU55 NKK

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1560cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2023
Tests24 (14 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

104,795 mi
Last recorded104,795 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Citroen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU55 NKK
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 10 fail
Fail 4 Jan 2023 104,795 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Steering linkage modified such that the steering is adversely affected (2.1.3 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Axle modified so that vehicle stability is impaired (5.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jan 2022 98,760 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2022 98,760 miles

Offside Rear Brake cable guide defective and affecting operation (1.1.15 (d))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 Dec 2020 94,725 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2020 94,725 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 3 Jan 2020 89,583 miles

Nearside parking brake effort low

Fail 3 Jan 2020 89,583 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit max=2.50 actual=5.80 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside parking brake effort low

Pass 2 Jan 2019 84,730 miles

Nearside nearside park brake low effort

Rear both rear tyres cracking between the treads and on the sidewalls

Fail 2 Jan 2019 84,722 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside nearside park brake low effort

Rear both rear tyres cracking between the treads and on the sidewalls

Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Pass 7 Dec 2017 79,834 miles

Central Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front o/s front tyre running off outer shoulder.

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear o/s rear tyre cracking within tread pattern

Fail 5 Dec 2017 79,834 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded n/s front to rear metal brake pipe corroded at rear. (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour n/s rear indicator faded to white. (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber casing corroded externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded o/s front to rear metal brake pipe corroded at rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Central Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front o/s front tyre running off outer shoulder.

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear o/s rear tyre cracking within tread pattern

Pass 4 Jan 2017 77,011 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 4 Jan 2017 77,011 miles

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 8 Sep 2016 76,997 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 72,516 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion outer sill slightly deteriorating (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 5 Sep 2014 67,779 miles

Offside Front Front drive shaft coupling is insecure (2.5.C.1c)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 67,779 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 61,826 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 55,575 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 47,584 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2011 47,584 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 7 Sep 2010 38,360 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 31,816 miles

advise exhaust rear hanger excessively corroded but exhaust is held by wire ans is fully supported

Pass 17 Sep 2008 24,561 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
Full Citroen Xsara reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

NU55 NKK is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 NU55 NKK, 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

How do I check the history of NU55 NKK?

You can check the full history of NU55 NKK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was NU55 NKK registered?

NU55 NKK is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is NU55 NKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU55 NKK shows 24 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NU55 NKK have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on NU55 NKK. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.