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FV55 MTU

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

164,004 mi
Last recorded164,004 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV55 MTU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2018 164,004 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Fail 14 Nov 2018 164,003 miles

Nearside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Pass 22 Nov 2017 149,267 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Fail 22 Nov 2017 149,267 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 6 Dec 2016 124,942 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2016 124,940 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2015 100,559 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive cover sill (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive cover sill (5.2.6)

Fail 18 Dec 2014 92,341 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Dec 2014 92,341 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 82,352 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2013 82,352 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2012 72,030 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 63,648 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 54,459 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2010 54,459 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 1 Dec 2009 45,823 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2008 34,560 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 MTU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 MTU, 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 MTU registered?

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

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