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FV54 OBR

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

140,443 mi
Last recorded140,443 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2021
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV54 OBR
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 26 Oct 2021 140,443 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 125,777 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 114,504 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2018 114,494 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 86,809 miles

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

Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 25 Sep 2014 86,809 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 75,040 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

secured n/s handbrake cable away from melting on exhaust

Pass 6 Sep 2012 66,202 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 63,234 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 54,297 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2010 45,120 miles

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 23 Feb 2009 35,815 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 29,313 miles

Free travel on handbrake lever

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

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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FV54 OBR is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FV54 OBR, 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 FV54 OBR registered?

FV54 OBR is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 15 February 2005.

Is FV54 OBR safe to buy?

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