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FN55 PXW

2005 Citroen Xsara

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

148,930 mi
Last recorded148,930 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2015
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN55 PXW
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2015 148,930 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 1 Jun 2015 148,928 miles

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 27 May 2014 135,794 miles

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 May 2013 120,222 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 104,139 miles
Fail 2 May 2012 104,139 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2011 87,966 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 87,921 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Fail 24 Mar 2010 68,608 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 68,608 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 54,543 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 53,910 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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FN55 PXW is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 FN55 PXW, 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 FN55 PXW registered?

FN55 PXW is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 8 September 2005.

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