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NX05 UMF

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

129,275 mi
Last recorded129,275 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX05 UMF
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2018 129,275 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2018 129,126 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 105,501 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2017 105,418 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2016 96,208 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 85,168 miles

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

nail in nsf tyre and slight wear to outer edge

Fail 11 Mar 2015 85,168 miles

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nail in nsf tyre and slight wear to outer edge

play in osf tie rod

Pass 21 Mar 2014 75,374 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2014 75,371 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2013 66,649 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 60,328 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 53,852 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2011 53,830 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 13 Mar 2010 47,085 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 39,732 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 32,789 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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NX05 UMF is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 NX05 UMF, 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 NX05 UMF registered?

NX05 UMF is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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