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FV55 HJE

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

116,940 mi
Last recorded116,940 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2016 116,940 miles

Front both sides tyres wearing on edges

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 18 Nov 2016 116,940 miles

Front both sides tyres wearing on edges

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 18 Nov 2015 110,696 miles

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

Fail 13 Nov 2015 110,649 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 5 Nov 2014 101,827 miles

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

Offside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

tailgate release damaged

Fail 5 Nov 2014 101,827 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

tailgate release damaged

Pass 30 Oct 2013 89,897 miles

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

Fail 30 Oct 2013 89,897 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Nov 2012 80,131 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)

Fail 31 Oct 2012 79,997 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

nearside rear outer sill corroding

Pass 27 Oct 2011 68,111 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

rear exhaust hanger heavily deteriorated

Pass 9 Nov 2010 56,150 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2009 43,486 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

rear silencer mounting bracket corroding

unable to see front brake pads through wheel to assess condition properly

Pass 18 Nov 2008 30,223 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside front tyre wearing on inside edge

offside front tyre wearing on inside edge

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 HJE is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 FV55 HJE, 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 FV55 HJE registered?

FV55 HJE is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 18 November 2005.

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