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BF55 SJV

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

96,313 mi
Last recorded96,313 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2021
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF55 SJV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Fail 23 Jul 2021 96,313 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm has an unsafe modification Locking nut missing (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 93,126 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 87,009 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 81,758 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective silencer box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 76,336 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2017 76,336 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2016 69,566 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 63,717 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 57,733 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 52,101 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2012 47,701 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2011 42,308 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2010 34,355 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2009 27,502 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2008 20,140 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 SJV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 SJV, 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 SJV registered?

BF55 SJV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 3 September 2005.

Is BF55 SJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF55 SJV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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