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NV05 DVW

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

110,900 mi
Last recorded110,900 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV05 DVW
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2018 110,900 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2017 104,716 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2016 98,774 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 2 Apr 2016 98,774 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 92,059 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 82,345 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 73,459 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 65,022 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2011 65,022 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 May 2011 61,316 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 52,515 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 44,523 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 35,060 miles
Fail 16 May 2008 35,060 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2008 34,248 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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NV05 DVW is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 NV05 DVW, 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 NV05 DVW registered?

NV05 DVW is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 May 2005.

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