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FX05 ZCV

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

86,471 mi
Last recorded86,471 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2015
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX05 ZCV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2015 86,471 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2014 80,730 miles

Spare tyre defective

o/s rear brake is sticking slightly

Pass 22 Apr 2013 74,864 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2013 74,665 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2012 67,770 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 5 Apr 2011 59,435 miles

bracket on rear silencer deteriorated

slight wear on both front brake discs

Pass 14 Apr 2010 52,312 miles

REAR EXHAUST SUPPORT BRACKET CORRODED NOT DETATCHED AT TIME OF TEST ONLY!!!!

Pass 16 Apr 2009 43,460 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 35,788 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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FX05 ZCV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FX05 ZCV, 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 FX05 ZCV registered?

FX05 ZCV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 17 March 2005.

Is FX05 ZCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX05 ZCV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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