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FG55 EDF

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2018
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

101,729 mi
Last recorded101,729 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG55 EDF
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2017 101,729 miles

fuel flap cover insecure corroded

Fail 10 Oct 2017 101,729 miles

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

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

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

engine oil cap missing!!

engine top cover insecure

fuel flap cover insecure corroded

Pass 12 Oct 2016 92,733 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2016 92,733 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split. (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported exhaust hanger snaped. (7.1.1)

Pass 23 Oct 2015 83,720 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 23 Oct 2015 83,720 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 27 Oct 2014 73,512 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2014 73,512 miles

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

damage to n/s/r tyre outer sidewall

Pass 24 Oct 2013 66,631 miles

Nearside Outer 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 23 Oct 2012 59,658 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 52,626 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 46,965 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2010 46,965 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 23 Oct 2009 38,609 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

n/s/f tyre has damage to outer sidewall

n/s/r tyre has damage to outer sidewall

o/s/r indicator bulb faded

Pass 23 Oct 2009 38,609 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

n/s/f tyre has damage to outer sidewall

n/s/r tyre has damage to outer sidewall

o/s/r indicator bulb faded

Fail 8 Nov 2008 29,896 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both rear tyres wearing low on edges

Pass 8 Nov 2008 29,896 miles

both rear tyres wearing low on edges

Pass 8 Oct 2008 29,443 miles

left hand rear tyre worn to2mm and worn to 1mm on outer shoulders advice rplacment

possible puncture in right hand rear tyre nail in tread

rear number plate deterioating at top

right hand rear tyre worn to 2mm and worn to 1mm on outer shoulders advice replacment

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 EDF is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 EDF, 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 EDF registered?

FG55 EDF is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 20 October 2005.

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