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FY55 XAC

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

71,007 mi
Last recorded71,007 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY55 XAC
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2020 71,007 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 68,255 miles

ADVISE OSF FRONT OUTER SILL CORRODING .

Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive POWER STEERING SHOWING SIGN OF FLUID LEAK. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Feb 2019 68,255 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

COOLANT LEVEL LOW.

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened FRONT BRAKE DISCS HEAVILY LIPPED. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin FRONT BRAKE PADS APPEAR TO BE VERY LOW. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive POWER STEERING SHOWING SIGN OF FLUID LEAK. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre SCREW IN NSR TYRE, AND TYRE LOW ON PRESSURE. ()

REAR WIPER BLADE SPLIT.

Pass 29 Jan 2018 64,284 miles

n/s/f tyre slight wear on outer edge

Pass 3 Feb 2017 57,754 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyres stepping on inner edges

Fail 3 Feb 2017 57,754 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Power steering component(s) leaking pressure switch (2.3.3b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyres stepping on inner edges

Pass 17 Feb 2016 51,808 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 45,708 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2015 45,708 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Feb 2014 40,218 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 34,255 miles

n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 21 Jan 2012 28,928 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 23,803 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 23,676 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2010

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Sep 2009 22,902 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 21,452 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2008 21,452 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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 XAC is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 XAC, 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 XAC registered?

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

Is FY55 XAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY55 XAC shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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