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FG55 DZB

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2020
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

104,799 mi
Last recorded104,799 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG55 DZB
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2019 104,799 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect x2 (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 98,627 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 91,850 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 15 Mar 2017 91,849 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2016 86,951 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2016 86,930 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear x2 at rear (3.6.B.2c)

oil leak from gearbox

Pass 12 Mar 2015 80,180 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 12 Mar 2015 80,180 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Mar 2014 74,995 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2014 74,995 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 21 Oct 2013 73,155 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

lens missing off ns no` plate lamp.

rear brakes noisy in operation on test.

slight blow on rear exhaust joint.main brake pipes starting to coroded at rear.

tail-gate would not initially open then worked OK! slight dampness/oil on osf shock absorber.

Pass 21 Oct 2013 73,155 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

lens missing off ns no` plate lamp.

rear brakes noisy in operation on test.

slight blow on rear exhaust joint.main brake pipes starting to coroded at rear.

tail-gate would not initially open then worked OK! slight dampness/oil on osf shock absorber.

Pass 8 Oct 2012 63,968 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 8 Oct 2012 63,968 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Oct 2011 59,318 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 48,257 miles

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

both rear tyres starting to perish on sidewalls

Pass 19 Oct 2009 36,286 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2009 36,286 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 15 Oct 2008 24,587 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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FG55 DZB is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 FG55 DZB, 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 FG55 DZB registered?

FG55 DZB is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 21 October 2005.

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