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FV55 NXJ

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

116,820 mi
Last recorded116,820 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2014
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV55 NXJ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2014 116,820 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Mar 2013 95,636 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2012 81,014 miles

Oil leak

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

Fail 26 Feb 2011 68,209 miles

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

rear brake disc corroded pads low

Pass 26 Feb 2011 68,209 miles

rear brake disc corroded pads low

Pass 26 Feb 2010 55,417 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 45,685 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 42,141 miles

Nearside Rear 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)

n/s/r tyre outer wall perished

n/s/f tyre outer wall damaged

Fail 17 Nov 2008 42,141 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear 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)

n/s/r tyre outer wall perished

n/s/f tyre outer wall damaged

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 NXJ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 NXJ, 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 NXJ registered?

FV55 NXJ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 December 2005.

Is FV55 NXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV55 NXJ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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