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FT55 MTO

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

70,131 mi
Last recorded70,131 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT55 MTO
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 70,131 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2025 70,126 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

centre to rear exhaust bracket broken

Pass 22 Nov 2024 62,487 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Rear axle corroded

Pass 28 Nov 2023 44,778 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and Perished (5.2.3 (e))

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

Spare tyre defective flat

Fail 28 Nov 2023 44,778 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and Perished (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Spare tyre defective flat

Pass 10 Nov 2022 29,177 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear axle corroded

Fail 8 Nov 2022 29,175 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear axle corroded

Pass 4 Nov 2021 19,583 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened subframe corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened subframe corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 18,443 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 17,103 miles

Deterioration to sidewalls on rear tyres

Pass 21 Sep 2018 16,360 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 15,707 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 14,856 miles

185 / 65 / 16 tyres fitted

Inner wheel arch covers fitted

Pass 11 Sep 2015 13,660 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 12,340 miles

inner wheel arch covers fitted

Pass 11 Sep 2013 11,341 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 9,658 miles

inner wheel arch covers fitted

Pass 21 Sep 2011 8,806 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 7,741 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 6,555 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 6,350 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 5,065 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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FT55 MTO is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 FT55 MTO, 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 FT55 MTO registered?

FT55 MTO is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 5 October 2005.

Is FT55 MTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT55 MTO shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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