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BG05 XUM

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

27,161 mi
Last recorded27,161 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 XUM
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 27,161 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Feb 2026 27,161 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 12 Feb 2025 23,369 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both side front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Feb 2025 23,369 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both side front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 23,241 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 22,934 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 22,670 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2020 22,670 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Aug 2019 22,362 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 21,885 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 21,446 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 20,942 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 20,371 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 19,234 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 18,085 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 16,736 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 14,637 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 12,897 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

nearside rear tyre outer wall slightly cracked

Pass 21 Aug 2009 9,987 miles

n/s/front tyre [grove on outer side wall]

n/s/rear tyre [cracks on outer side wall]

Pass 26 Aug 2008 7,636 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 XUM is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 XUM, 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 XUM registered?

BG05 XUM is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 August 2005.

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