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FX55 WTG

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

93,726 mi
Last recorded93,726 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2020
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX55 WTG
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2020 93,726 miles

Nearside Front outer sill starting to corrode

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Mar 2019 84,504 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Mar 2019 84,268 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Power steering component leaking pressure switch (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

parts of structure and suspension at earlier stages of corrosion

plastic cover missing from seat belt buckle n/s

some metal brake pipes surface rusted

Pass 14 Feb 2018 76,918 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2018 76,916 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 21 Feb 2017 70,063 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2017 70,063 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 63,160 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 55,000 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 47,603 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 40,304 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 34,573 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 28,364 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 23,679 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Feb 2010 23,679 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2009 18,085 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 16,688 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 WTG is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 WTG, 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 WTG registered?

FX55 WTG is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 7 September 2005.

Is FX55 WTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX55 WTG shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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