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BG05 RXT

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

106,028 mi
Last recorded106,028 miles
Recorded on27 May 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 RXT
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 May 2017 106,028 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre also worn on edges. 1956515 (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre also worn on edges. 1956515 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

signs of a fluid leak underneath vehicle. hidden by under tray.

Pass 4 Jun 2016 97,230 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2016 97,230 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 89,048 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2015 89,048 miles

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

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

nearside rear tyre slightly out of shape and inner sidewall distorted.

Pass 7 Jun 2014 81,278 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2014 81,278 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2013 75,431 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 May 2012 67,004 miles
Fail 12 May 2012 67,004 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Pass 4 May 2011 61,332 miles

nearside rear tyre close to wear bars and starting to go out of shape

Fail 4 May 2011 61,332 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

front nearside pads worn more than the offside

nearside rear tyre close to wear bars and starting to go out of shape

Pass 25 May 2010 52,288 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 40,033 miles
Fail 16 May 2009 40,033 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 2 Jun 2008 30,793 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 29,617 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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BG05 RXT is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 RXT, 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 RXT registered?

BG05 RXT is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 16 May 2005.

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