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FM05 UPT

2005 Citroen Xsara

Green Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2027
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

136,715 mi
Last recorded136,715 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM05 UPT
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2026 136,715 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Approx. 2mm and worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Approx. 2mm and worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Sep 2026 136,701 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Approx. 2mm and worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Approx. 2mm and worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Sep 2025 134,858 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Approx. 3mm and wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Approx. 3mm and wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Sep 2025 134,858 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Approx. 3mm and wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Approx. 3mm and wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Sep 2024 132,716 miles

EML on

Fail 10 Sep 2024 132,716 miles

EML on

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2023 129,291 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 126,396 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 23 Aug 2022 126,396 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 124,139 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 121,958 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 26 Jun 2019 118,958 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 25 Jun 2019 118,958 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 115,944 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2018 115,944 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2017 111,870 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt nearside & offside rear

Fail 30 May 2017 111,870 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt nearside & offside rear

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

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

Pass 6 Jun 2016 103,621 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 99,463 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2015 99,463 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 89,461 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 79,090 miles

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

Offside Front 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 28 Jun 2012 71,135 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 58,941 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 47,751 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 33,974 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 21,829 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 UPT is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Green with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

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 FM05 UPT, 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 UPT registered?

FM05 UPT is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 15 July 2005.

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The MOT history for FM05 UPT shows 27 tests with a 70.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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