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FY05 MKU

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2020
Tests22 (12 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

162,367 mi
Last recorded162,367 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2020
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY05 MKU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 10 fail
Fail 6 Apr 2020 162,367 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop link/Play in ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Corrosion to both rear outer sills

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Exhaust mounting defective Exhaust mounts corroded/weakened (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 151,216 miles

Exhaust heat shields damaged/adrift

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged secured with tape (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil level below min

Fail 8 Apr 2019 151,211 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Central Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Outer Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust heat shields damaged/adrift

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged secured with tape (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil level below min

Pass 26 Apr 2018 144,992 miles

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

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

Pass 9 May 2017 133,660 miles
Fail 3 May 2017 133,655 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded whole of outer sill (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Apr 2016 116,943 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing low on both edges

Fail 27 Apr 2015 111,358 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

front brake pads worn low

Pass 27 Apr 2015 111,358 miles

front brake pads worn low

Pass 24 Apr 2014 101,456 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 24 Apr 2014 101,456 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 90,495 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2012 77,049 miles

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

Fail 16 Apr 2012 77,049 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 3 May 2011 54,130 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 54,130 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 May 2010 41,650 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 41,650 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 34,733 miles

rear silencer support strap corroded.

Pass 24 Apr 2008 25,845 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2008 25,845 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Fail 7 Apr 2008 25,462 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front 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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FY05 MKU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MKU, 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 MKU registered?

FY05 MKU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 22 April 2005.

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