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FG05 ORC

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

180,483 mi
Last recorded180,483 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2019 180,483 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 164,044 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 147,070 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rusty (3.5.1i)

Spare tyre tread low

Pass 24 Mar 2016 131,298 miles

Spare tyre very poor condition .

Pass 9 Apr 2015 115,234 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2015 114,592 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 10 Apr 2014 100,027 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 88,195 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2013 88,195 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 76,322 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 64,760 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2010 55,676 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 46,117 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2008 37,524 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both front o/s and n/s wipers split

Pass 8 Apr 2008 37,524 miles

both front o/s and n/s wipers split

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 ORC is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 ORC, 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 ORC registered?

FG05 ORC is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 10 May 2005.

Is FG05 ORC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG05 ORC shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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