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FX55 OHZ

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

100,005 mi
Last recorded100,005 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2022
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX55 OHZ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2022 100,005 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very low (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Sep 2021 83,000 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 21 Sep 2021 83,000 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Sep 2020 81,005 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2020 81,005 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2018 59,230 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Central Exhaust heat shield loose

Fail 26 Nov 2018 59,216 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction sat nav (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Central Rear Passenger's seat insecure not locking (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat insecure not locking (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Central Exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 13 Nov 2017 42,253 miles

all brake pipes greased

front discs worn

o/s outer sill structure weak in centre [seat belt perscribed area]

rear seats removed

tow ball not fitted

Fail 13 Nov 2017 42,253 miles

Nearside Upper Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Upper Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

all brake pipes greased

front discs worn

o/s outer sill structure weak in centre [seat belt perscribed area]

rear seats removed

tow ball not fitted

Pass 17 Oct 2016 24,403 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 17,974 miles

unable to check condition of brake pads

Pass 23 Mar 2015 16,860 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 15,585 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 13,504 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 11,857 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both rear tyres sidewalls perished/split

Pass 16 Mar 2011 9,976 miles

rear brake discs corrodid / pitted

Pass 15 Apr 2010 8,093 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 7,703 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 6,425 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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FX55 OHZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 FX55 OHZ, 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 FX55 OHZ registered?

FX55 OHZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 October 2005.

Is FX55 OHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX55 OHZ shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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