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FA05 BZV

2005 Citroen Xsara

Purple Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

127,069 mi
Last recorded127,069 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2013
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA05 BZV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2013 127,069 miles

near side rear brake pad fitted incorrectly

rear exhaust clamp corroded

Fail 15 Aug 2012 109,553 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 109,553 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2011 92,484 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 92,484 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 77,064 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 60,653 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 46,167 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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FA05 BZV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Purple with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 FA05 BZV, 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 FA05 BZV registered?

FA05 BZV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 August 2005.

Is FA05 BZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA05 BZV shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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