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FM05 ZWL

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

54,078 mi
Last recorded54,078 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2021
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM05 ZWL
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2021 54,078 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2020 53,698 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 53,182 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 52,568 miles

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

Fail 21 Jun 2018 52,568 miles

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

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

Pass 25 May 2017 51,527 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 50,276 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 48,868 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2015 48,868 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 46,629 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 45,211 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 42,690 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2011 42,664 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2010 40,359 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 38,780 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 38,112 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 20 Jul 2009 38,110 miles

Centre Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Jul 2008 28,670 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 ZWL is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 ZWL, 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 ZWL registered?

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

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The MOT history for FM05 ZWL shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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