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FG05 EBL

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

80,011 mi
Last recorded80,011 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2015
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2015 80,011 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2015 80,011 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 2 Jul 2014 66,465 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2014 66,465 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2013 55,961 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

both wiper blades split slightly

passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 44,999 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2012 44,999 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 42,137 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 38,925 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 34,556 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Apr 2008 30,142 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 EBL is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 EBL, 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 EBL registered?

FG05 EBL is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 21 March 2005.

Is FG05 EBL safe to buy?

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