CarVerify

Free Car Check

FX05 ZWT

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1997cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

142,026 mi
Last recorded142,026 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Citroen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX05 ZWT
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2019 142,026 miles

Offside Front damage to rear outer sill

Fail 29 May 2019 142,024 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering system excessively rough excessive movement inner steering ball joint (2.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Apr 2018 124,049 miles

Nearside Front Outer Body has slight corrosion sill panel (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Offside Front Outer Body has slight corrosion sill panel (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Upper Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Offside Rear Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 10 May 2017 101,132 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

Pass 13 May 2016 93,242 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 88,661 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 73,391 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 67,563 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 52,923 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 42,763 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 32,007 miles

Splash shield obscuring view below front of vehicle

Fail 10 May 2010 31,996 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Splash shield obscuring view below front of vehicle

Pass 24 Apr 2009 21,400 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 16,075 miles

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

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
Full Citroen Xsara reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

FX05 ZWT is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 ZWT, 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

How do I check the history of FX05 ZWT?

You can check the full history of FX05 ZWT by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FX05 ZWT registered?

FX05 ZWT is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 20 June 2005.

Is FX05 ZWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX05 ZWT shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FX05 ZWT have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on FX05 ZWT. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.