CarVerify

Free Car Check

FA05 HRO

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

189,654 mi
Last recorded189,654 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Citroen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA05 HRO
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2017 189,654 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2016 161,601 miles

Coolant level low

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower suspension arm bushes (2.4.G.2)

Instrument pack illumination faded

NSF tyre bald on both edges

OSF seat belt slightly frayed

OSF tyre bald on inner edge worn on outer edge.

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 18 Jul 2016 161,601 miles

Coolant level low

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower suspension arm bushes (2.4.G.2)

Instrument pack illumination faded

NSF tyre bald on both edges

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

OSF seat belt slightly frayed

OSF tyre bald on inner edge worn on outer edge.

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 137,451 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 9 Jul 2015 137,451 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Jul 2014 114,698 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 25 Jul 2014 114,698 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 27 Jul 2013 86,982 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2013 86,982 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 62,293 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 54,921 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 47,157 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 39,285 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 30,412 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
Full Citroen Xsara reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

FA05 HRO is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 HRO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FA05 HRO?

You can check the full history of FA05 HRO by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FA05 HRO registered?

FA05 HRO is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 5 August 2005.

Is FA05 HRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA05 HRO shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FA05 HRO have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on FA05 HRO. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.