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FG05 ERZ

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2013
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

84,185 mi
Last recorded84,185 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2012
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 26 Jun 2012 84,185 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2012 84,185 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 74,049 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 74,049 miles

Nearside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 61,637 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2010 61,637 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 27 Mar 2009 50,631 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 27 Mar 2009 50,631 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Mar 2008 37,403 miles

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

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

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 ERZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 ERZ, 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 ERZ registered?

FG05 ERZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 29 March 2005.

Is FG05 ERZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG05 ERZ shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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