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FM54 JGU

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

118,703 mi
Last recorded118,703 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM54 JGU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2019 118,703 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 113,078 miles

1 towball bolt has mo locking washer/nut

Exhaust mounting defective system supported by wire at rear (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged detreiorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged detreiorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

front undertray not fitted properly and front supported by cable tie

Fail 3 Aug 2018 113,078 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released operating on position lights switch (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

1 towball bolt has mo locking washer/nut

Exhaust mounting defective system supported by wire at rear (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged detreiorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged detreiorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

front undertray not fitted properly and front supported by cable tie

Pass 3 Aug 2017 106,318 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) excessive ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 1 Aug 2017 106,295 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) excessive ()

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

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 6 Aug 2016 99,089 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 90,102 miles

Nearside Front Inner joint on rack slight movement

Pass 20 Oct 2014 84,339 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 17 Oct 2014 84,237 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 23 Oct 2013 78,686 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

offside front tyre wearing on the inside edge

Pass 23 Oct 2012 72,822 miles

back box support bracket is broken

nearside front steering arm has slight play

Fail 20 Oct 2012 72,822 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

back box support bracket is broken

nearside front steering arm has slight play

Pass 18 Oct 2011 66,488 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 59,739 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 49,575 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2008 41,090 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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FM54 JGU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 FM54 JGU, 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 FM54 JGU registered?

FM54 JGU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 4 February 2005.

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