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AO05 FRC

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2021
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

123,489 mi
Last recorded123,489 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2020
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO05 FRC
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2020 123,489 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2020 123,369 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2019 112,304 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 104,579 miles

Front Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 28 Feb 2017 100,644 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 94,096 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2016 94,096 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 6 Mar 2014 89,258 miles

Front brake discs corroded on inner edges

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 6 Mar 2014 89,258 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Engine cover mounts broken

Front brake discs corroded on inner edges

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 7 Mar 2013 82,131 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear exhaust strap broken but still supported

Rear tyres wearing low on tread

Pass 7 Mar 2013 82,131 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear exhaust strap broken but still supported

Rear tyres wearing low on tread

Pass 5 Mar 2012 73,574 miles

Front springs rusty at top of coil

Rear exhaust box strap corroded

Fail 5 Mar 2012 73,574 miles

Front springs rusty at top of coil

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear exhaust box strap corroded

Pass 14 Mar 2011 65,117 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 55,819 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2010 55,819 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Mar 2009 49,274 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 41,324 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 FRC is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AO05 FRC, 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 AO05 FRC registered?

AO05 FRC is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 19 March 2005.

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