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FP05 RVN

2005 Citroen Xsara

Beige Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

98,115 mi
Last recorded98,115 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2015
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP05 RVN
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2015 98,115 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Oil leak

Spare tyre defective

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

centre seatbelt slow to return

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

wipers splitting

Fail 4 Feb 2015 98,078 miles

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

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

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

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Oil leak

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Spare tyre defective

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

centre seatbelt slow to return

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

wipers splitting

Pass 4 Feb 2014 91,575 miles

doors damaged

front tyre walls scuffed

oil filler cap missing,water leak and engine cover adrift

Fail 30 Jul 2013 85,202 miles

Coolant leak

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

body damaged

rear exhaust strap broken at rear

some wear in rear suspension and shocks,

top engine cover adrift

tyre wall damaged o/s/f

Pass 30 Jul 2013 85,202 miles

Coolant leak

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

body damaged

rear exhaust strap broken at rear

some wear in rear suspension and shocks,

top engine cover adrift

tyre wall damaged o/s/f

Pass 11 Jan 2013 78,851 miles

centre seat belt sticking

rear exhaust strap corroded

Pass 7 Feb 2012 66,913 miles

body damaged

n/s/f tyre wall cut

wipers deteriorating

Pass 21 Oct 2010 52,645 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 34,866 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 21,107 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2008 21,107 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 20,676 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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FP05 RVN is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Beige with a 1,997cc diesel 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 FP05 RVN, 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 FP05 RVN registered?

FP05 RVN is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 23 May 2005.

Is FP05 RVN safe to buy?

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