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MJ05 FBA

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

53,053 mi
Last recorded53,053 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2014
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ05 FBA
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2014 53,053 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2014 53,053 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Dec 2013 51,411 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2013 48,946 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jan 2013 48,946 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 43,926 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 39,525 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2010 34,956 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 30,514 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 29,379 miles

n/s/f wheel is a steel, all the others are alloy tyre size is the same.

Fail 1 May 2008 29,379 miles

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

n/s/f wheel is a steel, all the others are alloy tyre size is the same.

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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MJ05 FBA is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 MJ05 FBA, 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 MJ05 FBA registered?

MJ05 FBA is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 6 May 2005.

Is MJ05 FBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ05 FBA shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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