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BF55 RZL

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests28 (18 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

142,851 mi
Last recorded142,851 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF55 RZL
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 10 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 142,851 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Underside Showing Signs Of Corrosion

Fail 6 Feb 2026 142,835 miles

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Underside Showing Signs Of Corrosion

Pass 10 Feb 2025 139,013 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Fail 10 Feb 2025 139,013 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Nov 2023 136,236 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Nov 2023 136,236 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Dec 2022 132,764 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2021 129,516 miles

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

Fail 21 Dec 2021 129,496 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Nov 2020 126,080 miles

Damage To N/S

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 26 Nov 2020 126,080 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Damage To N/S

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2019 120,451 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2019 120,442 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Spare wheel likely to become detached (6.1.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen wiper blade defective both front (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2018 113,355 miles

tyres all round getting low

Fail 23 Oct 2018 113,355 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

tyres all round getting low

Pass 18 Oct 2017 108,609 miles

tyres getting low

Pass 24 Aug 2016 93,794 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2016 93,794 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded o/s/f sill corroded (5.2.6)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2015 86,054 miles

Rear child seats fitted

Fail 30 Jul 2014 77,848 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2014 77,848 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 70,911 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 65,749 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 57,957 miles

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

Fail 15 Aug 2011 57,957 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2010 49,368 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 39,959 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 32,351 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 RZL is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 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 BF55 RZL, 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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BF55 RZL is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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