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MT05 FXD

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2023
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

87,690 mi
Last recorded87,690 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2023
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT05 FXD
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Fail 21 Sep 2023 87,690 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged driven on flat resulting in damage to sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 83,105 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2022 83,098 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 79,520 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

exhaust/rear suspention components corroding

n/s door mirror casing damaged

Fail 6 Sep 2021 79,520 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

exhaust/rear suspention components corroding

n/s door mirror casing damaged

Pass 3 Sep 2020 75,915 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 74,391 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 70,357 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 66,764 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 61,699 miles

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

Fail 9 Mar 2016 61,699 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 57,602 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2015 57,602 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 Jan 2014 54,789 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2014 54,789 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 May 2013 49,856 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 44,074 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 35,512 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 24,555 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 21,570 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 16,910 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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MT05 FXD is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 MT05 FXD, 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 MT05 FXD registered?

MT05 FXD is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 21 May 2005.

Is MT05 FXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT05 FXD shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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