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GP54 FNV

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

97,234 mi
Last recorded97,234 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP54 FNV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2018 97,234 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 92,993 miles

both front antiroll bar link rods slight movement

both front suspension coil springs starting to rust

nearside front headlamp beam pattern slightly weak

nearside rear tyre starting to perish and tread worn to 2mm/ edges worn low

offside front suspension lower ball joint slight movement

offside front wiper blade rubber starting to split

offside rear tyre starting to perish and tread worn low on edges

rear screen wiper blade rubber split/ worn

Fail 1 Mar 2017 92,922 miles

Central Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

both front antiroll bar link rods slight movement

both front suspension coil springs starting to rust

nearside front headlamp beam pattern slightly weak

nearside rear tyre starting to perish and tread worn to 2mm/ edges worn low

offside front suspension lower ball joint slight movement

offside front wiper blade rubber starting to split

offside rear tyre starting to perish and tread worn low on edges

rear screen wiper blade rubber split/ worn

Pass 22 Feb 2016 88,070 miles

tips of wipers smearing

Nearside Front headlamp on minim level, and will not adjust

Nearside Rear tyre has a nail in it, signs of a bulge forming, and side wall deteriorated

Fail 22 Feb 2016 88,070 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front headlamp on minim level, and will not adjust

Nearside Rear tyre has a nail in it, signs of a bulge forming, and side wall deteriorated

Offside Rear tyre appears very low on air and perished

spare tyre flat

tips of wipers smearing

Pass 3 Mar 2015 82,218 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 72,467 miles

Light scratch in the centre of front screen.

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Off side front tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Feb 2014 72,467 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Light scratch in the centre of front screen.

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Off side front tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Feb 2013 63,851 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 55,554 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Feb 2011 48,693 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2011 48,693 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2010 41,435 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Spare tyre defective

n/s/r tyre on 2mm

Pass 17 Feb 2009 34,422 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2009 34,422 miles

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2008 26,159 miles

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

Offside Rear 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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GP54 FNV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 GP54 FNV, 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 GP54 FNV registered?

GP54 FNV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 18 February 2005.

Is GP54 FNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP54 FNV shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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