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MT05 FXR

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

86,147 mi
Last recorded86,147 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2021
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT05 FXR
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2021 86,147 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Back box clamp (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 79,699 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 75,125 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2018 75,125 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front suspension corroded

Offside Front suspension corroded

Rear axle corroded

Pass 29 Jun 2017 69,853 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also tyre perished (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also tyre perished (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 63,627 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2016 63,627 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 60,194 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2015 60,194 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 53,937 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 49,701 miles

front pads look low

n/s/r tyre wearing on egde

rear box-one of the straps broken but still surrport

Pass 18 Jul 2012 42,746 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 35,825 miles

both front tyres worn on the inner edges

Pass 7 Jul 2010 28,317 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 21,227 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 15,790 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 FXR is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 FXR, 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 FXR registered?

MT05 FXR is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 9 June 2005.

Is MT05 FXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT05 FXR shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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