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FG05 AXB

2005 Citroen Xsara

Green Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

40,702 mi
Last recorded40,702 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2015
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG05 AXB
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2015 40,702 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 35,893 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Apr 2013 32,309 miles

rear exhaust bracket deteriorated

Pass 3 Apr 2012 27,497 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 23,104 miles

rear wiper blade split

Fail 25 Mar 2011 23,104 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear wiper blade split

Pass 24 Mar 2010 18,703 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 15,697 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 13,107 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 AXB is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Green with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AXB, 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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How do I check the history of FG05 AXB?

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What year was FG05 AXB registered?

FG05 AXB is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 18 March 2005.

Is FG05 AXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG05 AXB shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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