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FL55 MBO

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

153,244 mi
Last recorded153,244 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2015
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL55 MBO
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2015 153,244 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 139,663 miles

both rear bump stops in poor condition

Fail 17 Feb 2014 139,663 miles

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

both rear bump stops in poor condition

Pass 6 Feb 2013 114,971 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2012 90,066 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 70,763 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 37,507 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 22,546 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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FL55 MBO is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FL55 MBO, 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 FL55 MBO registered?

FL55 MBO is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 17 October 2005.

Is FL55 MBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL55 MBO shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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