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FG05 PZV

2005 Citroen Xsara

Beige Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

69,824 mi
Last recorded69,824 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2023
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG05 PZV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2023 69,824 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2023 69,824 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2022 68,595 miles

exhaust corroded

Pass 2 Jun 2021 66,189 miles

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

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated drop link (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2020 63,740 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 60,234 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 57,156 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 53,710 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 50,132 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2016 50,132 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2015 46,659 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 41,904 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 38,801 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 35,522 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 32,354 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 28,820 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 23,741 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 17,772 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 PZV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Beige with a 1,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 PZV, 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 PZV registered?

FG05 PZV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 April 2005.

Is FG05 PZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG05 PZV shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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