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FV55 MXM

2005 Citroen Xsara

Purple Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

102,703 mi
Last recorded102,703 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV55 MXM
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2017 102,703 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 96,811 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 88,496 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 81,169 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 73,143 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 12 Dec 2013 73,408 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Dec 2012 64,609 miles

exhaust back box mounting strap corroded to excess

unable to see front brake pad thickness tested as presented

Pass 12 Dec 2011 55,116 miles

nearside rear tyre worn on edge

offside rear tyre worn on edge

rear exhaust mounting corroded

rear number plate deteriorating

Pass 13 Dec 2010 45,775 miles

exhaust back box mounting strap badley corroded

Pass 23 Nov 2009 36,024 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

rear number plate deteriorating

Pass 11 Dec 2008 26,767 miles

nearside rear tyre punctured

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 MXM is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Purple with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 MXM, 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 MXM registered?

FV55 MXM is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 20 December 2005.

Is FV55 MXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV55 MXM shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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