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FY05 WKE

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2024
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

74,398 mi
Last recorded74,398 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2023
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY05 WKE
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2023 74,398 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

rear section offside outer sill becoming rusty [out side prescribed areas]

Pass 10 Oct 2022 70,645 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 66,599 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 27 Oct 2021 66,525 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged stator ring broken (1.6 (e))

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deteriorated & worn near to legal limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2020 62,151 miles

both front ABS sensors touching stator rings

Fail 26 Oct 2020 62,151 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

both front ABS sensors touching stator rings

Pass 29 Oct 2019 59,025 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

both front ABS sensors just rubbing stator rings

middle rear seat not fitted at time of retest

nearside front tyre inner sidewall cracked perished near to legal limit

Fail 17 Oct 2019 58,932 miles

Central Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose leaking main pressure hose (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

both front ABS sensors just rubbing stator rings

nearside front tyre inner sidewall cracked perished near to legal limit

Pass 22 Oct 2018 55,989 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

front abs sensors touching stator rings

Fail 11 Oct 2018 55,956 miles

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

Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged to offside front flexi hose [ clip missing] (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

front abs sensors touching stator rings

Pass 11 Oct 2017 51,962 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 20 Oct 2016 47,647 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 6 Oct 2015 937,341 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2014 36,283 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Fail 19 Sep 2014 36,283 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 16 Nov 2013 33,830 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 32,037 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2013 32,037 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 27,696 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 27,696 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 23,353 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 18,200 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 14,084 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 Jun 2008 9,785 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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FY05 WKE is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 WKE, 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 WKE registered?

FY05 WKE is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 17 June 2005.

Is FY05 WKE safe to buy?

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