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FG05 EUB

2005 Citroen Xsara

Beige Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

84,209 mi
Last recorded84,209 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG05 EUB
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 84,209 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2026 84,209 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Feb 2025 82,636 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2025 82,636 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Integral body structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Integral body structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Apr 2021 80,263 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 76,890 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 69,602 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 62,591 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 57,093 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 51,096 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2015 45,765 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 45,765 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 41,649 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2014 41,649 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 39,777 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 38,833 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 35,583 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 32,131 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 26,619 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 20,720 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 EUB is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Beige with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EUB, 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 EUB registered?

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

Is FG05 EUB safe to buy?

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