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MJ05 FZK

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

63,661 mi
Last recorded63,661 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ05 FZK
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 63,661 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Jun 2026 63,661 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2025 62,163 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2024 60,563 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear axle corroded both sides

Fail 10 Jun 2024 60,552 miles

Front Side repeater incorrect colour both sides (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (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 Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front steering fluid leak

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear axle corroded both sides

Pass 6 Jun 2023 58,164 miles

Front Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 56,024 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2021 53,705 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Jun 2021 53,705 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2020 51,875 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2020 51,875 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 48,942 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 45,223 miles

all tyres perishing

Fail 13 Jun 2018 45,223 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

all tyres perishing

Pass 9 Jun 2017 41,868 miles

tyres starting to perish

Pass 7 Jun 2016 38,666 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 35,094 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 31,966 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 28,959 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2013 28,959 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 26,798 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 24,463 miles

o/s f tyre slightly perished inside wall

Pass 22 May 2010 22,060 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 19,954 miles

front brake and discs heavily worn

Fail 5 Jun 2009 19,950 miles

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

front brake and discs heavily worn

Pass 17 Mar 2008 13,376 miles

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 FZK is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 FZK, 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 FZK registered?

MJ05 FZK is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 29 April 2005.

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The MOT history for MJ05 FZK shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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