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FG05 BNF

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2022
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

166,611 mi
Last recorded166,611 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2021
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2021 166,611 miles

Front discs

Nearside Front tyre

Nearside front bumper rough edge

Offside Rear sill damage

rear exhaust bracket broken

Fail 8 Oct 2021 166,608 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Front discs corroding

Nearside Front bumper rough edge

Offside Rear sill damage

Rear exhaust bracket broken

Pass 24 Jan 2019 156,012 miles

windscreen small crack bottom side

Fail 19 Jan 2019 156,001 miles

All direction indicators incorrect colour both front side repeaters (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Service brake excessively binding both rear brakes binding on (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of an obligatory external mirror (3.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

offside rear seat base insecure

Fail 19 Oct 2016 155,991 miles

Centre Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill (6.1.A.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill (6.1.A.1)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

screen cracked but not obstructing view

Pass 13 Jun 2014 116,780 miles

front pads and discs well worn [pads are difficult to assess]

nearside front tyre wearing

Fail 4 Jun 2014 116,776 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

front pads and discs well worn [pads are difficult to assess]

nearside front tyre wearing

Pass 31 May 2013 100,425 miles

front discs and pads wearing

windscreen cracked at bottom

Fail 30 May 2013 100,425 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front discs and pads wearing

offside front tyre wearing

windscreen cracked at bottom

Pass 31 May 2012 83,921 miles

rear exhaust security(bracket corroded)

Pass 31 May 2011 71,157 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 50,938 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 33,981 miles

front discs and pads

Pass 9 Nov 2007 22,556 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 BNF is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BNF, 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 FG05 BNF registered?

FG05 BNF is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 22 March 2005.

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