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FM05 ZVZ

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

157,498 mi
Last recorded157,498 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM05 ZVZ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2016 157,498 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2016 69,342 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Oct 2015 56,771 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2014 51,961 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 46,328 miles

Oil leak

Pass 6 Jul 2012 40,022 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 35,395 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2011 35,395 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2010 31,509 miles

n/s/f an o/s/f tyres slight cracking on sidewalls

Pass 17 Jul 2009 25,766 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2009 25,763 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 Jul 2008 20,227 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 ZVZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 ZVZ, 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 ZVZ registered?

FM05 ZVZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 28 July 2005.

Is FM05 ZVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM05 ZVZ shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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