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NY05 VSN

2005 Citroen Xsara

Purple Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

114,824 mi
Last recorded114,824 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNY05 VSN
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2018 114,824 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 19 Jun 2018 114,820 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot missing clip loose (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 May 2017 108,448 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded 2x front to rears (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

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

Nearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

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

Offside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 12 May 2017 108,448 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded 2x front to rears (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

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

Offside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 19 May 2016 104,783 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 96,984 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded n/s/f brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded n/s/f to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded n/s/r brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded o/s/f brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)

Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view n/s/f mirror (8.1.2a)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s/f tyre (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s/f tyre (4.1.E.1)

Fail 7 Aug 2015 96,984 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported middle exhaust mount (7.1.1)

Registration plate lamp not working n/s/r and o/s/r (1.1.C.1d)

Brake pipe slightly corroded n/s/f brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded n/s/f to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded n/s/r brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded o/s/f brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)

Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view n/s/f mirror (8.1.2a)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s/f tyre (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s/f tyre (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 87,107 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 74,966 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 68,545 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 62,748 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 57,399 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 49,209 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 28,300 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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NY05 VSN is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Purple with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 NY05 VSN, 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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NY05 VSN is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 5 August 2005.

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