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BG05 UDY

2005 Citroen Xsara

Green Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

85,227 mi
Last recorded85,227 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 UDY
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2016 85,227 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2016 85,227 miles

Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Fuel system component leaking number 1 injector (7.2.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2015 80,550 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust system corroded

Pass 20 May 2014 73,118 miles
Fail 13 May 2013 65,034 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 May 2013 65,034 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 57,594 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 May 2011 49,521 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

rear childs seat fitted n /side

Pass 12 May 2010 41,978 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 34,388 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 24,784 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 UDY is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Green with a 1,560cc 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 UDY, 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 UDY registered?

BG05 UDY is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is BG05 UDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG05 UDY 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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