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BG05 UDT

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

75,505 mi
Last recorded75,505 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2016 75,505 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 64,614 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2015 64,614 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2014 52,183 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 44,592 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 38,115 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 33,521 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2010 27,486 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 22,328 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

o/s/f tyre slighty worn on inside edge

Pass 12 May 2008 17,601 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 12 May 2008 17,601 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 UDT is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BG05 UDT, 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 UDT registered?

BG05 UDT is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 8 June 2005.

Is BG05 UDT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG05 UDT shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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