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FN55 VRP

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

97,946 mi
Last recorded97,946 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2015
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN55 VRP
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2015 97,946 miles

temary repair to rear exhaust box

Pass 10 Jun 2014 92,115 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 84,844 miles

Nearside rear tyre edge wear.

Fail 2 Jul 2013 84,844 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear tyre edge wear.

Pass 10 Jul 2012 75,116 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 64,647 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2011 64,647 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2010 52,757 miles

Front discs lipped worn.

Fail 13 Jul 2010 52,757 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front discs lipped worn.

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

Pass 10 Sep 2009 40,589 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 30,101 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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FN55 VRP is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 FN55 VRP, 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 VRP registered?

FN55 VRP is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is FN55 VRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN55 VRP shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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