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BD54 YYT

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2020
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

87,551 mi
Last recorded87,551 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD54 YYT
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2019 87,551 miles

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 23 Apr 2019 87,551 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced door sill holed and corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 82,299 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (9.2.7b)

Fail 26 Apr 2018 82,299 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (9.2.7b)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 80,098 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2017 80,098 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 77,737 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2015 76,106 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 76,106 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 74,361 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2014 74,361 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 73,703 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 73,276 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2012 73,276 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 10 Feb 2011 72,103 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 70,399 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2009 65,333 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2009 65,333 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Feb 2008 50,303 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2008 50,283 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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 YYT is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 BD54 YYT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BD54 YYT registered?

BD54 YYT is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 4 February 2005.

Is BD54 YYT safe to buy?

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