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AO05 FXG

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

138,161 mi
Last recorded138,161 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO05 FXG
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2017 138,161 miles

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

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak ()

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Spare tyre defective perished ()

Fail 19 Jan 2017 138,161 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both sides (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak ()

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Spare tyre defective perished ()

Pass 27 Jan 2016 120,679 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Jan 2015 116,902 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Jan 2015 116,902 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 10 Feb 2014 59,253 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 May 2013 55,426 miles

TURBO SHIELD LOOSE.

Fail 24 May 2013 55,426 miles

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

TURBO SHIELD LOOSE.

Pass 17 May 2012 48,786 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 16 May 2012 48,785 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 42,585 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2010 34,095 miles

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

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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

Fail 3 Jun 2009 27,588 miles

FRONT EXHAUST HEAT SHELD INSECURE.

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

REAR BRAKE PADS LOOK LOW

REAR EXHAUST HAS TEMPERY REPAIR TO MOUNTING

REAR TYRES PERISHED.

Pass 3 Jun 2009 27,588 miles

FRONT EXHAUST HEAT SHELD INSECURE.

REAR BRAKE PADS LOOK LOW

REAR EXHAUST HAS TEMPERY REPAIR TO MOUNTING

REAR TYRES PERISHED.

Pass 28 Apr 2008 19,795 miles

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

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 FXG is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 FXG, 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 FXG registered?

AO05 FXG is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 6 May 2005.

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