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FM05 UZO

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

123,185 mi
Last recorded123,185 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM05 UZO
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2017 123,185 miles

Oil leak ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both wiper blades plit

Fail 4 Sep 2017 123,005 miles

Central Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill - as marked (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill - as marked (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both wiper blades plit

Pass 8 Sep 2016 108,897 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 106,380 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2015 106,380 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 Jul 2014 103,366 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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)

Spare tyre defective

Pass 2 Jul 2013 95,471 miles

offside rear tyre worn low

Fail 6 Jul 2012 84,957 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 84,957 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 75,635 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2011 75,633 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 66,761 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 58,529 miles
Fail 30 May 2009 58,487 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 49,385 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 UZO is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UZO, 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 UZO registered?

FM05 UZO is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 25 July 2005.

Is FM05 UZO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM05 UZO shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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