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BF55 VVT

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

142,893 mi
Last recorded142,893 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF55 VVT
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2018 142,893 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both front brake discs scoured on inner face

both front wipers split

rear seats folded unable to fully inspect seat belts

Fail 3 Oct 2018 142,892 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both front brake discs scoured on inner face

both front wipers split

rear seats folded unable to fully inspect seat belts

Pass 25 Sep 2017 121,358 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 101,341 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit shoulder (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Lower Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 May 2015 74,859 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

offside rear tyre worn close to wear indicators

Pass 4 Jun 2014 58,615 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2014 58,615 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Spare tyre defective

Pass 18 Mar 2013 57,419 miles

n/s/r tyre worn on outer edge and has small cracks to side wall

replace wiper blades soon

Pass 20 Aug 2012 54,070 miles

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 46,703 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 16 Aug 2010 41,219 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 33,399 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 25,305 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 VVT is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 VVT, 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 VVT is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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