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AX05 FNV

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2015
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

120,786 mi
Last recorded120,786 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2014
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX05 FNV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2014 120,786 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

small chips in windscreen

Fail 7 Mar 2014 120,782 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

small chips in windscreen

injectors leaking and noisey

Pass 21 Mar 2013 99,864 miles

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge.

Fail 21 Mar 2013 99,864 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge.

Pass 2 Feb 2012 77,353 miles

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

chip in windscreen n/s bottom

front n/s and o/s brake discs lipped/worn

Pass 31 Jan 2011 57,626 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

front wipers smearing

rear n/s and o/s brake discs reduced brake surface,lipped,rusty and worn

Pass 4 Feb 2010 42,248 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2010 42,248 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fail 9 Oct 2009 38,771 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

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

Pass 20 Nov 2008 25,283 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 22,277 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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AX05 FNV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 AX05 FNV, 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 AX05 FNV registered?

AX05 FNV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 25 July 2005.

Is AX05 FNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX05 FNV shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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