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FX55 XTU

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

131,054 mi
Last recorded131,054 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2021
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX55 XTU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2021 131,054 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 129,305 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2019 126,001 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust strap worn

Pass 27 Feb 2018 119,960 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear exhaust bracket strap corroded

Pass 4 Mar 2017 115,518 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 4 Mar 2016 103,920 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 89,868 miles

rear exhaust mount detatched

Pass 6 Mar 2014 81,608 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

ex rear strap broken

Pass 7 Mar 2013 71,635 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 62,641 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 52,659 miles

n/s & o/s front brake discs are wearing thin on inner working surfaces

rear exhaust mounting bracket corroded through - exhaust still appears to be supported

Fail 28 Jan 2011 52,659 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

n/s & o/s front brake discs are wearing thin on inner working surfaces

rear exhaust mounting bracket corroded through - exhaust still appears to be supported

Pass 2 Oct 2009 43,115 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 33,207 miles

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

Fail 21 Oct 2008 33,207 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear 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
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FX55 XTU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 FX55 XTU, 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 XTU registered?

FX55 XTU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 26 October 2005.

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