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BG05 MWN

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2016
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

137,483 mi
Last recorded137,483 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2015
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 MWN
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Fail 29 Apr 2015 137,483 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 137,483 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 124,094 miles

windscreen cracked centre lower

Pass 15 May 2013 100,970 miles
Fail 15 May 2013 100,970 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 79,003 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 6 Jun 2012 79,003 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 May 2011 62,378 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 52,317 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2010 52,317 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 8 May 2009 41,126 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 May 2009 41,126 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 31,965 miles
Fail 2 May 2008 31,965 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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BG05 MWN 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 57.1%.

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 BG05 MWN, 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 BG05 MWN registered?

BG05 MWN is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 27 April 2005.

Is BG05 MWN safe to buy?

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