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FL54 ZSV

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2023
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

66,288 mi
Last recorded66,288 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL54 ZSV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Fail 16 Jan 2023 66,288 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Brake binding slightly

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH SIDES (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2022 62,317 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Brake disc worn/corroded on inner face, BOTH SIDES (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Dust cover also deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH SIDES (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 26 Jan 2022 62,314 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Brake disc worn/corroded on inner face, BOTH SIDES (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Dust cover also deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH SIDES (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2021 59,688 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 26 Jan 2021 59,688 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2020 58,615 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2019 56,161 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 54,825 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2018 54,825 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases bacl box (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Feb 2017 53,574 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2017 53,574 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2016 52,247 miles

Nearside Rear Gas suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Pass 3 Feb 2015 50,870 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 49,135 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 47,246 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 45,427 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 40,910 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2011 40,910 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 9 Feb 2010 37,461 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 32,331 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 25,927 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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FL54 ZSV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FL54 ZSV, 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 FL54 ZSV registered?

FL54 ZSV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 28 February 2005.

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