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FY55 EXC

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

46,987 mi
Last recorded46,987 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY55 EXC
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2017 46,987 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 26 Jun 2017 46,986 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 43,937 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 40,062 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2015 40,062 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 9 Jan 2014 35,993 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

engine warning lamp on

Pass 9 Jan 2014 35,993 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

engine warning lamp on

Pass 2 Jan 2013 31,497 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2013 31,497 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Dec 2011 26,098 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 22,124 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 18,606 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2009 18,606 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Nov 2008 14,662 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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FY55 EXC is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 FY55 EXC, 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

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What year was FY55 EXC registered?

FY55 EXC is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is FY55 EXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY55 EXC shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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