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FM05 BWB

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

42,790 mi
Last recorded42,790 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2020
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM05 BWB
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2020 42,790 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Jan 2019 41,118 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 39,228 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Jan 2017 37,851 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 35,977 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2016 35,977 miles

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

Fail 8 Jan 2015 33,556 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jan 2015 33,556 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 31,363 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 29,381 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Pass 9 Jan 2012 27,545 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2011 25,926 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 23,401 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2009 20,597 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 18,343 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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FM05 BWB is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 FM05 BWB, 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 FM05 BWB registered?

FM05 BWB is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 27 June 2005.

Is FM05 BWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM05 BWB shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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