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FE55 VZZ

2005 Citroen Xsara

Purple Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

34,718 mi
Last recorded34,718 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE55 VZZ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Fail 8 Apr 2026 34,718 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Feb 2025 30,382 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 14 Feb 2025 30,382 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb misaligned (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Jan 2024 26,659 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2024 26,657 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2023 23,184 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 9 Jan 2023 23,182 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2021 17,680 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer side wall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread backing faded. (0.1 (b))

Fail 22 May 2021 17,680 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer side wall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread backing faded. (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Sep 2015 16,830 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 16,063 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 13,855 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 12,144 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 11,242 miles

Advise all 4 tyres perishing and cracking on sidewalls

Pass 31 Aug 2010 10,374 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 8,550 miles

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

nsf tyre sidewall cracking.

nsr tyre sidewall cracking.

Pass 21 Aug 2008 4,746 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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FE55 VZZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Purple with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 FE55 VZZ, 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 FE55 VZZ registered?

FE55 VZZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 5 September 2005.

Is FE55 VZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE55 VZZ shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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