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FD05 NVS

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

151,325 mi
Last recorded151,325 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD05 NVS
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2019 151,325 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 124,461 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 93,647 miles

surface corrosion on both inner and outer sills

Pass 5 Jun 2015 84,838 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 4 Jun 2015 37,100 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 76,972 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2014 76,971 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 21 Jun 2013 69,872 miles

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

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

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

oil cap missing

Pass 21 Jun 2013 69,872 miles

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

oil cap missing

Pass 15 Jun 2012 62,253 miles

oil filler cap missing

Fail 15 Jun 2012 62,253 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

oil filler cap missing

Pass 10 Jun 2011 54,850 miles

nearside and offside front tyres worn on edges 1856515

Pass 10 Jun 2010 47,645 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Jun 2009 40,148 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 34,075 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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FD05 NVS is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 FD05 NVS, 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 FD05 NVS registered?

FD05 NVS is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 17 June 2005.

Is FD05 NVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD05 NVS shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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