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DG05 FFB

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2023
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

102,776 mi
Last recorded102,776 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2023
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG05 FFB
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Fail 10 Nov 2023 102,776 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2022 98,217 miles

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

Fail 18 Oct 2022 98,091 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge JUST LEGAL (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 93,667 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 89,391 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 81,552 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 70,442 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 65,590 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2017 65,585 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2016 62,034 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 56,806 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 51,573 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 46,444 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 42,242 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2012 42,233 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2011 36,795 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 30,895 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2010 30,851 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 25 Feb 2009 24,504 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 17,621 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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DG05 FFB is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DG05 FFB, 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 DG05 FFB registered?

DG05 FFB is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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