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BF55 VWO

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

227,296 mi
Last recorded227,296 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2017 227,296 miles

oil leak

rear exhaust strap corroded

Pass 2 Dec 2016 192,868 miles

Both rear tyres wearing on edges

Fail 2 Dec 2016 192,868 miles

Both rear tyres wearing on edges

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Dec 2015 160,249 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.2.2 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.2.2 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Dec 2014 128,104 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2014 128,104 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 20 Dec 2013 101,577 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Spare tyre wearing on shoulder.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Nov 2012 80,502 miles

vehicle showing signs of a fuel leak.

Fail 28 Nov 2012 80,502 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

vehicle showing signs of a fuel leak.

Pass 19 Dec 2011 72,211 miles

front brakes, 20% imbalance.

Pass 20 Dec 2010 63,506 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 54,279 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 43,493 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2008 43,422 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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 VWO is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 VWO, 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 VWO registered?

BF55 VWO is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is BF55 VWO safe to buy?

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