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FV05 YHJ

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

69,590 mi
Last recorded69,590 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2015
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV05 YHJ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2015 69,590 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Nov 2011 68,265 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 55,798 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2010 55,798 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2009 40,839 miles

damage to rear of vehicle

Pass 21 Jul 2008 40,580 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 YHJ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FV05 YHJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FV05 YHJ?

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What year was FV05 YHJ registered?

FV05 YHJ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is FV05 YHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV05 YHJ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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