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NX55 XBS

2005 Citroen Xsara

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

101,216 mi
Last recorded101,216 miles
Recorded on27 May 2021
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX55 XBS
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2021 101,216 miles
Fail 26 May 2021 101,214 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2020 95,632 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 89,132 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 81,589 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 74,384 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 67,667 miles

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

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 60,463 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2015 60,463 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 53,867 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 47,007 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2013 47,007 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

cracks in both front tyres

Pass 17 Sep 2012 43,304 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 37,605 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Sep 2010 31,546 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 24,659 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2009 24,659 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 18,660 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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NX55 XBS is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 NX55 XBS, 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 NX55 XBS registered?

NX55 XBS is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 16 September 2005.

Is NX55 XBS safe to buy?

The MOT history for NX55 XBS shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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