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BF55 HBJ

2005 Citroen Xsara

Green Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

67,962 mi
Last recorded67,962 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF55 HBJ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2020 67,962 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured near/side and off/side (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively near/side and off/side (1.2.1 (e))

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

alternator bearing noisy

exhaust heat shield insecure

Fail 8 Oct 2020 67,962 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle off/side slow in operation (63% out) (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured near/side and off/side (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively near/side and off/side (1.2.1 (e))

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

alternator bearing noisy

exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 4 Oct 2019 66,100 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65 HR 15 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively near/side and off/side also noise inside rear drums when foot brake applied (1.2.1 (e))

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

excessive noise from alternator

Fail 26 Sep 2019 66,059 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65 HR 15 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively near/side and off/side also noise inside rear drums when foot brake applied (1.2.1 (e))

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

excessive noise from alternator

Pass 15 Oct 2018 62,615 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Oct 2018 62,615 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 54,542 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 45,559 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 36,160 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 33,936 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 33,398 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 31,864 miles

n/s front tyre worn on the outside edge

Pass 19 Sep 2011 29,370 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 26,446 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 22,547 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 18,687 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2008 17,098 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Aug 2008 17,098 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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BF55 HBJ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Green with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BF55 HBJ, 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 BF55 HBJ registered?

BF55 HBJ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 28 September 2005.

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