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FY55 FHA

2005 Citroen Xsara

Green Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

157,242 mi
Last recorded157,242 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY55 FHA
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 157,242 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 May 2025 143,529 miles

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner rack ball joint slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 May 2024 131,571 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 25 May 2023 118,516 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jun 2022 105,402 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 93,390 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2020 91,217 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 87,568 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2019 87,568 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut likely to fail Leg is fouling chassis. (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 20 Aug 2018 85,129 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 82,135 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 77,447 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 73,228 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 68,740 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 64,395 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 59,871 miles

both front tyres; tread depth low on outer edges and side walls poor

Pass 12 Aug 2011 54,462 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 49,917 miles

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

front brake pads appear low

Pass 10 Aug 2009 44,941 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 38,347 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 FHA is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Green with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 FY55 FHA, 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 FHA registered?

FY55 FHA is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 7 October 2005.

Is FY55 FHA safe to buy?

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