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FV54 ZVR

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2017
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV54 ZVR
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2016
Pass 10 Mar 2015 91,102 miles

Play in nearside front steering rack end.

Fail 25 Feb 2015 91,102 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Play in nearside front steering rack end.

Pass 25 Mar 2014 83,318 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 24 Mar 2014 83,318 miles

Nearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 1 Mar 2013 67,126 miles

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

rear exhaust bracket insecure

Pass 27 Feb 2012 52,096 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 44,380 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2010 44,380 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

front brake discs and pads worn

front brakes slightly out of balance

Pass 13 Mar 2009 36,469 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2009 36,469 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 5 Mar 2008 26,463 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 5 Mar 2008 26,463 miles

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 ZVR is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 FV54 ZVR, 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 ZVR registered?

FV54 ZVR is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 28 January 2005.

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