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FM05 OTF

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

84,952 mi
Last recorded84,952 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM05 OTF
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2017 84,952 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Jul 2016 62,939 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

slight play in offside inner rack end

Pass 2 Jul 2015 56,938 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 51,566 miles

Rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 1 Jul 2013 45,977 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 41,006 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 35,864 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 30,133 miles

rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Fail 16 Jul 2010 30,133 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 11 Jul 2009 25,137 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 18,745 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 OTF is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 FM05 OTF, 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 OTF registered?

FM05 OTF is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is FM05 OTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM05 OTF shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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