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GD54 FXC

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2023
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

146,180 mi
Last recorded146,180 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2022
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD54 FXC
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2022 146,180 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 134,332 miles

Offside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Oct 2021 134,331 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 128,004 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2020 121,999 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Pass 22 Oct 2019 122,640 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2019 122,636 miles

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Pass 18 Oct 2018 114,388 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2018 114,388 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Pass 24 Oct 2017 107,859 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2017 107,859 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Oct 2016 99,959 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2016 99,959 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Pass 26 Oct 2015 92,864 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 86,065 miles

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

Fail 24 Oct 2014 86,064 miles

Emissions not tested (7.4.B.1)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 10 Oct 2013 75,509 miles

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

Fail 10 Oct 2013 75,509 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 23 Oct 2012 65,119 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 54,152 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 47,307 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 38,560 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 27,616 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2008 27,616 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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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GD54 FXC is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 GD54 FXC, 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 GD54 FXC registered?

GD54 FXC is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 18 February 2005.

Is GD54 FXC safe to buy?

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