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AO05 FPG

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

102,243 mi
Last recorded102,243 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO05 FPG
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2020 102,243 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component pipe(s)/rack area (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Near and Offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Spare tyre defective not fit for road use ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Nov 2020 102,243 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Emissions not tested exhaust gas leaks (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak front within engine bay and rear box (8.2.1.1 (b))

Exhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box area (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases pipe, cat/manifold area (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component pipe(s)/rack area (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Near and Offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Spare tyre defective not fit for road use ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 95,795 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 90,409 miles

Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play Both front links (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2017 81,658 miles

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

Fail 18 May 2017 81,658 miles

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Both front wishbone rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2016 71,280 miles

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

both front wishbone rear bushes starting to split

Pass 23 Apr 2015 61,568 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 54,580 miles

Both front brake discs wearing thin

Pass 25 Apr 2013 47,501 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 24 Apr 2013 47,501 miles

Offside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Apr 2012 40,798 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2011 34,063 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2010 27,811 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 27,811 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Apr 2009 20,255 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 12,427 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 12,258 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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AO05 FPG is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,587cc petrol 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 AO05 FPG, 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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AO05 FPG is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 23 March 2005.

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