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FV55 FBU

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

90,920 mi
Last recorded90,920 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2013
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV55 FBU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Fail 5 Sep 2013 90,920 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 90,920 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 15 Oct 2012 78,798 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 17 Oct 2011 65,831 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 Oct 2010 51,944 miles

windscreen cracked

Pass 7 Oct 2009 39,072 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 29,376 miles

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

Offside 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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FV55 FBU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FV55 FBU, 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 FV55 FBU?

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What year was FV55 FBU registered?

FV55 FBU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 16 November 2005.

Is FV55 FBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV55 FBU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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