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BG05 XUB

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

103,140 mi
Last recorded103,140 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 XUB
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2018 103,140 miles

disc corroded

exhaust leaking

front lower ball joint

hand brake travel high

oil leak

Pass 5 Jul 2017 71,178 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Nearside Rear tyre deteriorating

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2016 89,634 miles

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

Offside Rear tread cracking up

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 1 Jul 2016 89,634 miles

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

Offside Rear tread cracking up

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

Parking brake lever insecure (3.1.3b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Side repeater incorrect colour both (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 79,125 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

o/s/r tyre cracking up

Pass 3 Jul 2014 73,461 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 67,111 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 67,111 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 60,935 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 54,476 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 48,258 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

near side wiper blade poor condition

Pass 14 Apr 2009 39,329 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2008 28,607 miles

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

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 XUB is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 XUB, 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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BG05 XUB is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 29 April 2005.

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