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FG05 FMZ

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

31,125 mi
Last recorded31,125 miles
Recorded on29 May 2013
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG05 FMZ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 29 May 2013 31,125 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 29 May 2013 31,125 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Fail 20 Jun 2012 29,285 miles

Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front & rear wiper blade rubbers split

Pass 20 Jun 2012 29,285 miles

front & rear wiper blade rubbers split

Pass 2 Jul 2011 26,436 miles

front brake discs corroded to rear face.

Pass 25 Jun 2010 22,036 miles

front brake discs corroding slightly

Pass 9 Apr 2009 17,262 miles

o/s/f brake disc corroded

Pass 25 Apr 2008 14,498 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 FMZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FMZ, 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 FMZ registered?

FG05 FMZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 23 March 2005.

Is FG05 FMZ safe to buy?

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