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NV05 OLM

2005 Citroen Xsara

Green Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2021
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

120,074 mi
Last recorded120,074 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV05 OLM
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2020 120,074 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material chalked (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Nov 2019 117,885 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2018 114,198 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2018 114,198 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam fit bulb (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Front passenger door likely to open inadvertently or not remain closed tighten lock (6.2.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 104,944 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2017 104,938 miles

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded FRONT TO REAR (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 May 2016 102,791 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rears (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

both outer sills have had repairs

Pass 29 May 2015 85,813 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

exhaust is hanging slightly low

Fail 20 May 2015 85,813 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp insecure (1.2.1a)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

exhaust is hanging slightly low

Fail 16 May 2014 71,556 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 16 May 2014 71,556 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 61,676 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 May 2012 51,493 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 May 2011 45,179 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 37,957 miles
Fail 12 May 2010 37,957 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 May 2009 31,557 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 24,136 miles
Fail 23 May 2008 24,136 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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 OLM is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Green with a 1,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 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 NV05 OLM, 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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NV05 OLM is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 23 May 2005.

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