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NV05 UJR

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2019
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

111,227 mi
Last recorded111,227 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV05 UJR
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2018 111,227 miles

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

Fail 24 Oct 2018 110,974 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside corroded on inner (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing dot code 0805 (185/65r15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive around rocker cover (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage from pipes at fluid reservoir (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 10 Nov 2017 98,222 miles

Engine cover / under cover fitted

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front tyre worn inner edge

Fail 10 Nov 2017 98,222 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (2.4.G.2)

Engine cover / under cover fitted

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front tyre worn inner edge

Pass 25 Nov 2016 86,304 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 24 Nov 2016 86,303 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 79,193 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2015 79,193 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2014 72,368 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Nov 2013 67,723 miles

Both front tyre tread depths getting low

front brake pads 70% worn

Pass 9 Nov 2012 62,288 miles

rear section of exhaust in poor condition

Fail 9 Nov 2012 62,288 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

rear section of exhaust in poor condition

Pass 22 Nov 2011 57,326 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2010 50,945 miles

front brake pads and discs worn

Pass 9 Nov 2009 42,855 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2009 42,855 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fail 17 Nov 2008 35,509 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 17 Nov 2008 35,509 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 UJR is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 UJR, 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 UJR registered?

NV05 UJR is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 May 2005.

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