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BD05 MRO

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

161,947 mi
Last recorded161,947 miles
Recorded on8 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD05 MRO
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2018 161,947 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 May 2017 150,260 miles
Fail 15 May 2017 150,260 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 6 May 2016 136,909 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 123,257 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2014 108,261 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 91,323 miles

Off-side front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 17 May 2013 91,323 miles

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

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Off-side front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 16 May 2012 77,075 miles
Fail 16 May 2012 77,075 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 May 2011 62,361 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 48,707 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 34,527 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 20,658 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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BD05 MRO is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 BD05 MRO, 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 BD05 MRO registered?

BD05 MRO is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 17 May 2005.

Is BD05 MRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD05 MRO shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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