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FY05 AZR

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

58,346 mi
Last recorded58,346 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY05 AZR
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 58,346 miles

REAR AXLE CORRODED NOT WEAKENED

Fail 28 Feb 2026 58,346 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

REAR AXLE CORRODED NOT WEAKENED

Pass 1 Mar 2025 56,241 miles

REAR AXLE CORRODED NOT WEAKENED

Pass 2 Mar 2024 54,132 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive POWER STEERING FLUID (8.4.1 (a) (i))

REAR AXLE CORRODED NOT SERIOUSLY WEAKENED

Pass 2 Mar 2023 51,948 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2023 51,936 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2022 50,384 miles

NOTE Wiper Blades front Split at ends

Fail 16 Feb 2022 50,384 miles

NOTE Wiper Blades front Split at ends

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Feb 2021 47,962 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2020 45,471 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 43,725 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 41,888 miles

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

Note both front tyres worn on inner/outer edges

Fail 17 Feb 2018 41,888 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Note both front tyres worn on inner/outer edges

Pass 11 Feb 2017 40,380 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 35,916 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2015 31,677 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Feb 2015 31,677 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Feb 2014 27,912 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside front and Offside rear tyres both heavily perished on sidewalls

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 Mar 2013 26,077 miles

both nearside front and offside rear tyres perishing

Pass 18 Feb 2012 22,238 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nearside front tyre wearing uneven

Pass 20 Feb 2011 19,046 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 Mar 2010 16,157 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 14,218 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 11,241 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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FY05 AZR is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 FY05 AZR, 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 FY05 AZR?

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What year was FY05 AZR registered?

FY05 AZR is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 8 March 2005.

Is FY05 AZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY05 AZR shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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