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FH05 EAJ

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

99,128 mi
Last recorded99,128 miles
Recorded on11 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH05 EAJ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2019 99,128 miles

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

Rear exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 28 Apr 2018 90,958 miles

EML Light on.

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

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

Pass 6 May 2017 82,392 miles

Engine management light on.

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

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

Pass 12 May 2016 75,231 miles

Both rear tyre's slightly perished

Fail 11 May 2016 75,229 miles

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

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

Both rear tyre's slightly perished

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Sill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 15 May 2015 67,944 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 59,979 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 52,780 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 May 2012 44,956 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 38,189 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 30,701 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 21,340 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 15,033 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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FH05 EAJ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FH05 EAJ, 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 FH05 EAJ registered?

FH05 EAJ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 27 June 2005.

Is FH05 EAJ safe to buy?

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