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FV55 LRX

2005 Citroen Xsara

Purple Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

71,314 mi
Last recorded71,314 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV55 LRX
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2017 71,314 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

corrosion to exhaust

corrosion to front brake discs

engine cover fitted

n/s/r brake disc has been very hot

o/s/r brake caliper is damp

Fail 17 Mar 2017 71,314 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

corrosion to exhaust

corrosion to front brake discs

engine cover fitted

n/s/r brake disc has been very hot

Pass 18 Mar 2016 66,316 miles

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

both rear tyres are perished

brake fluid low

corrosion to exhaust

corrosion to rear brake pipes

engine cover fitted

o/s/r brake caliper damp but no leaks under pressure

oil leak

Pass 20 Mar 2015 60,829 miles

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

Fail 16 Mar 2015 60,822 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 58,486 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 55,566 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 50,433 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 44,567 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 38,269 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 31,080 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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FV55 LRX is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Purple with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LRX, 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

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What year was FV55 LRX registered?

FV55 LRX is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 23 December 2005.

Is FV55 LRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV55 LRX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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