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FV05 LGY

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2023
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

89,690 mi
Last recorded89,690 miles
Recorded on24 May 2022
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV05 LGY
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 24 May 2022 89,690 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 17 May 2022 89,690 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear/end (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear / end (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tread perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 81,753 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Feb 2021 81,693 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2020 77,411 miles

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

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 24 Feb 2020 77,379 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 70,748 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 24 Aug 2018 70,635 miles

Exhaust system insecure rear box mounting (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner sidewall and out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Aug 2017 64,578 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2017 62,024 miles

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

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded Main to flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Rear exhaust bracket bracket broken, system still adequately supported

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

Fail 27 Jan 2017 62,024 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded Main to flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Rear exhaust bracket bracket broken, system still adequately supported

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

Pass 28 Jan 2016 55,547 miles

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Rear exhaust hanger rotted away but exhaust still adequately supported.

Pass 16 Jan 2015 48,891 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2015 48,891 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Pass 20 Jan 2014 42,223 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 35,161 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2013 35,158 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 30 Jan 2012 28,125 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 25,631 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 21,079 miles

General exhaust corrossion

Slight play in steering rack

Unable to see brake pads through wheels

Fail 23 Jun 2010 21,079 miles

General exhaust corrossion

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

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

Slight play in steering rack

Unable to see brake pads through wheels

Pass 24 Jun 2009 15,894 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2009 15,894 miles

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

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jun 2008 11,703 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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FV05 LGY is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 FV05 LGY, 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 FV05 LGY registered?

FV05 LGY is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 28 June 2005.

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