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FH05 XOB

2005 Citroen Xsara

Purple Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

82,895 mi
Last recorded82,895 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH05 XOB
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2017 82,895 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Nearside rear (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak ()

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Both rear, lower bushes (2.7.4)

Fail 22 Apr 2017 82,895 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Nearside rear (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak ()

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Both rear, lower bushes (2.7.4)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 79,169 miles

Engine oil leak

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

Nearside Front Window screen cracked

Pass 8 Jul 2015 73,672 miles

nearside front tyre cracked / perishing on outer sidewall

nearside rear tyre cracked / perishing on outer sidewall

offside front sidelight dim

offside rear tyre cracked / perishing on outer sidewall

uneven tread wear to nearside front tyre

uneven tread wear to offside front tyre tread edge

Fail 25 Jun 2015 73,672 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

nearside front tyre cracked / perishing on outer sidewall

nearside rear tyre cracked / perishing on outer sidewall

offside front sidelight dim

offside rear tyre cracked / perishing on outer sidewall

uneven tread wear to nearside front tyre

uneven tread wear to offside front tyre tread edge

Pass 28 Jun 2014 69,933 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 28 Jun 2014 69,933 miles

Oil leak

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 63,875 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 57,408 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 49,805 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 42,219 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 35,056 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 28,118 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 XOB is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Purple with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FH05 XOB, 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 XOB registered?

FH05 XOB is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 29 June 2005.

Is FH05 XOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH05 XOB shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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