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FG05 BNU

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

72,257 mi
Last recorded72,257 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2017 72,257 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Sep 2016 68,693 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 63,754 miles

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

both outer sill corroded and holed not prescribed area

coolant leaking

rear exhaust hanger snapped

Pass 3 Sep 2014 58,978 miles

both sides front of outer sills weak

Fail 3 Sep 2014 58,978 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

both sides front of outer sills weak

Pass 11 Sep 2013 54,428 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 49,503 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 43,821 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2010 38,926 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 33,662 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 28,403 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2008 27,224 miles

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

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

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 BNU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 BNU, 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 BNU registered?

FG05 BNU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 March 2005.

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