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FY05 MGZ

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

145,697 mi
Last recorded145,697 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY05 MGZ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2019 145,697 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 138,425 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 92,102 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

centre rear seat belt not retracting correctly

Fail 18 Apr 2015 92,102 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

centre rear seat belt not retracting correctly

Pass 5 Apr 2014 81,402 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2014 81,195 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 8 Apr 2013 72,392 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 72,392 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 64,682 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 56,610 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 49,131 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 41,487 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 35,406 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2008 35,406 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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 MGZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 MGZ, 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 FY05 MGZ registered?

FY05 MGZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 13 April 2005.

Is FY05 MGZ safe to buy?

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