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AP55 BXR

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

94,160 mi
Last recorded94,160 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP55 BXR
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2018 94,160 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2018 93,157 miles

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users fuel leak from filter housing (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust fouling tow bar

Pass 12 Sep 2017 84,016 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 68,605 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 56,074 miles

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 16 Sep 2014 49,694 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2014 49,694 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Dec 2013 47,911 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 41,929 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2011 37,235 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 17 Dec 2011 37,235 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 6 Dec 2010 31,539 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Dec 2010 31,539 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 26,938 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 22,207 miles

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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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AP55 BXR is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 AP55 BXR, 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 AP55 BXR registered?

AP55 BXR is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 20 December 2005.

Is AP55 BXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP55 BXR shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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