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PN05 WFC

2005 Citroen Xsara Picasso

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

116,020 mi
Last recorded116,020 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara Picasso68,821 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN05 WFC
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara Picasso
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 116,020 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2024 110,219 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 104,159 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 97,130 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Nov 2021 94,596 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear exhaust silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All four (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Nov 2020 90,135 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2020 90,126 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2019 83,328 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2019 83,328 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 11 May 2018 76,762 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 72,023 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 66,958 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 62,220 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Pass 28 May 2015 62,220 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 57,226 miles

rear exhaust support rusty.

Pass 4 Jun 2013 53,995 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Jun 2013 53,995 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 May 2012 49,653 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 May 2011 46,606 miles

Rear exhaust box hanging strap corroded but not insecure.

Pass 10 May 2010 41,383 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

os rear tyre perished and low

Pass 21 Jan 2009 34,453 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 28,583 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen Xsara Picasso?

Based on 11,608 MOT tests across 657 vehicles.

71.6%
Pass Rate
5,032
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
657
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 157
Stop lamp not working 116
Registration plate lamp not working 108
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 94
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 92
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PN05 WFC is a 2005 Citroen Xsara Picasso in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2005 Citroen Xsara Picasso models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 68,821 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen Xsara Picasso fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 157 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PN05 WFC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Xsara Picasso typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 21 years old, this Citroen Xsara Picasso is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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PN05 WFC is a 2005 Citroen Xsara Picasso, first registered on 11 March 2005.

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