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FY55 YEC

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

73,981 mi
Last recorded73,981 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2021
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY55 YEC
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2021 73,981 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 12 Aug 2021 73,979 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 185/65x15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 72,348 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 11 Aug 2020 72,345 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 69,692 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2019 69,690 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2018 68,514 miles

Both outer sills corroded

Long handbrake travel

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 66,841 miles

Nearside Front tyre damaged on outer sidewall

Offside Front tyre scrubbing on both edges of tread

Pass 24 Aug 2016 65,425 miles

offside rear tyre perished

nearside front tyre sidewall damaged

Pass 25 Aug 2015 63,266 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 60,602 miles

bootlid damaged

both number plate lights showing slight white light to rear

Pass 21 Aug 2013 57,660 miles

bootlid damaged

both number plate lights showing slight white light to rear of vehicle

Fail 21 Aug 2013 57,660 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

bootlid damaged

both number plate lights showing slight white light to rear of vehicle

Pass 28 Aug 2012 54,393 miles

advise o/s/f tyre getting low on tread (185/65x15)

advise slight play in n/s/f anti-roll bar end link

Pass 25 Aug 2011 50,472 miles

advise front brake discs worn

advise front pads low

Pass 31 Aug 2010 46,461 miles

advise both front anti-roll bar end links

Pass 1 Sep 2009 42,539 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

wheel nut covers fitted

Fail 3 Nov 2008 38,424 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

Offside Rear Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

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

Pass 3 Nov 2008 38,424 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

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 YEC is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,587cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 YEC, 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 YEC registered?

FY55 YEC is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 3 November 2005.

Is FY55 YEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY55 YEC shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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