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BD54 TLZ

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2023
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

135,404 mi
Last recorded135,404 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2022
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD54 TLZ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2022 135,404 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 23 Jun 2022 135,226 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jul 2021 126,899 miles

both front shocks damp

front to rear brake pipescorroding

ns and os rear brake pipes corroding

nsr tyre close to legal limit

oil leak

osd cv boot deteriroating

rear exhaust mounting broken

water leak

Fail 29 Jun 2021 126,382 miles

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

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced nsf outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced osf outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too low os (4.1.2 (a))

both front shocks damp

front to rear brake pipescorroding

ns and os rear brake pipes corroding

nsr tyre close to legal limit

oil leak

osd cv boot deteriroating

rear exhaust mounting broken

water leak

Pass 22 Jun 2020 117,292 miles

Nearside Front Outer sill showing corrosion

Fail 22 Jun 2020 117,292 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Outer sill showing corrosion

Pass 27 Jun 2019 108,528 miles

Nearside Front Lower outer sill showing corrosion

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

Fail 27 Jun 2019 108,528 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Lower outer sill showing corrosion

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Jul 2018 98,520 miles

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 90,872 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 83,162 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 74,415 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 63,693 miles

emgine under cover fitted

o/s/f tyre wearing on both edges

unable to see front brake pads through wheel trims

Fail 9 Jan 2013 54,307 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

rear exhaust bracket corroded

Pass 9 Jan 2013 54,307 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

rear exhaust bracket corroded

Pass 4 Jan 2012 47,382 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2010 39,814 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 32,672 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2008 22,913 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 14,527 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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BD54 TLZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BD54 TLZ, 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 BD54 TLZ registered?

BD54 TLZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 12 January 2005.

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