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FG55 DZR

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

144,354 mi
Last recorded144,354 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2021
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG55 DZR
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2021 144,354 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at seams and joints (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt slight splitting in rubber and fluid dampness around components (2.1.3 (g) (i))

body work damages in places

Pass 19 Oct 2020 136,792 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

body work dented in places

Pass 23 Oct 2019 132,959 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt slight splitting and oil/grease seepage (2.1.3 (g) (i))

body work damages in places

Fail 23 Sep 2019 132,948 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Brake performance not tested unsafe vehicle (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Bodywork has damage in places!

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 127,568 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

power steering pump noisy

Pass 4 Oct 2017 121,109 miles

Offside Rear Outer sill damaged

chips in screen

crack in screen (non swept area)

Pass 26 Sep 2016 115,881 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 109,146 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

drivers side front seat belt freyed slightly

rear exhaust box corroded slightly

Pass 27 Sep 2014 97,707 miles

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear exhaust system is corroded.

Pass 30 Sep 2013 84,601 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 73,619 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 64,028 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 51,592 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 39,854 miles

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 1 Sep 2008 27,814 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 DZR is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 FG55 DZR, 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 DZR registered?

FG55 DZR is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 27 September 2005.

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