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NV55 VTP

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

93,154 mi
Last recorded93,154 miles
Recorded on18 May 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV55 VTP
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2017 93,154 miles

Both rear tyres wearing on edges

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Rear exhaust leaking slightly & centre bracket broken

Pass 25 Apr 2016 86,232 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Fail 22 Apr 2016 86,232 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 11 May 2015 78,588 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

Pass 15 May 2014 70,961 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 13 May 2013 63,099 miles

rear exhaust bracket broken

smoke emissions high

Fail 7 May 2013 63,003 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear exhaust bracket broken

smoke emissions high

Pass 4 May 2012 53,524 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both front brake discs rusted on edges

both rear tyres wearing

rear exhaust bracket broken

spare tyre worn

Pass 23 May 2011 44,659 miles

both front brake discs rusted on inner edge

rear exhaust bracket corroded

Pass 26 Oct 2009 30,881 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 28,003 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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NV55 VTP is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 NV55 VTP, 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 NV55 VTP registered?

NV55 VTP is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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The MOT history for NV55 VTP shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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