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BC05 JXY

2005 Citroen Xsara

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

86,062 mi
Last recorded86,062 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC05 JXY
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2016 86,062 miles

ns mirror glass cracked

wipers split

Fail 25 Jan 2016 86,062 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

ns mirror glass cracked

wipers split

Fail 5 Mar 2015 80,290 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

ns washer jet poor

nsf tyre worn on edges

wipers smearing

Pass 5 Mar 2015 80,290 miles

ns washer jet poor

nsf tyre worn on edges

wipers smearing

Pass 6 Mar 2014 73,779 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 67,842 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2013 67,840 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 15 May 2012 65,560 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 15 May 2012 65,560 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 May 2011 57,008 miles
Fail 18 May 2011 57,008 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 May 2010 46,931 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 39,107 miles

slight cracking of rubber on rear tyres

Pass 23 May 2008 32,790 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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BC05 JXY is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BC05 JXY, 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 BC05 JXY registered?

BC05 JXY is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 23 June 2005.

Is BC05 JXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BC05 JXY shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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