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FG05 AKZ

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

141,436 mi
Last recorded141,436 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG05 AKZ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2019 141,436 miles

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

engine oil light

o/s front fog light lense cracked

o/s rear brake pipe slightly corroded

slight play on n/s steering rack arm

slight play on o/s front anti roll bar link bar

Pass 10 Sep 2018 128,910 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Aug 2018 129,908 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 115,888 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 22 Jun 2017 115,888 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 102,531 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2016 102,328 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)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 81,300 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 Apr 2014 59,751 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Mar 2013 44,211 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

rear exhaust bracket corroded away but secured by screws

Pass 7 Mar 2012 38,086 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 7 Mar 2011 32,178 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 23,583 miles

damage to o/s outer sill , dents & scratches to various body panels , kerb damage to wheel trims , engine under tray fitted ,

front brake discs worn

n/s/r tyre cracking in sidewall

o/s/f tyre worn edges very badly cracked inner tread starting to lift

side wall damage to n/s/f tyre side wall

Fail 23 Mar 2010 23,583 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

damage to o/s outer sill , dents & scratches to various body panels , kerb damage to wheel trims , engine under tray fitted ,

front brake discs worn

n/s/r tyre cracking in sidewall

o/s/f tyre worn edges very badly cracked inner tread starting to lift

side wall damage to n/s/f tyre side wall

Pass 19 Mar 2009 18,604 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 15,281 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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FG05 AKZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 FG05 AKZ, 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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FG05 AKZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 25 March 2005.

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