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FY55 SHZ

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

97,578 mi
Last recorded97,578 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY55 SHZ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2018 97,578 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2018 97,531 miles

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SEAL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2017 86,272 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer leaking near retaining clip (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop link (2.4.G.2)

Fail 9 Nov 2017 86,253 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (2.4.G.2)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer leaking near retaining clip (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop link (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Nov 2016 76,882 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear section joint to middle section (7.1.2)

parking brake slightly imbalanced seems it needs adjustment or repair nearside rear

Pass 10 Nov 2015 67,075 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 57,056 miles

o/s front door strap insecure rectified

Fail 8 Nov 2014 57,056 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

o/s front door strap insecure rectified

Pass 31 Oct 2013 43,678 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 36,274 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 31,689 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 27,244 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 21,292 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 16,097 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 SHZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 SHZ, 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 FY55 SHZ registered?

FY55 SHZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 7 November 2005.

Is FY55 SHZ safe to buy?

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