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NX05 VLR

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

153,142 mi
Last recorded153,142 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX05 VLR
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2017 153,142 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 149,942 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 139,365 miles

oil leak

Fail 21 Jul 2015 139,365 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

oil leak

Fail 21 Aug 2014 136,699 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 136,699 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2012 129,434 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 13 Nov 2012 129,434 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Nov 2011 109,628 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2011 109,628 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 23 Apr 2010 76,663 miles

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 76,663 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 52,967 miles

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

apparant injector compression leak

Pass 20 Mar 2008 28,380 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 VLR is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 VLR, 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 VLR registered?

NX05 VLR is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is NX05 VLR safe to buy?

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