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BG05 ZYT

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

111,093 mi
Last recorded111,093 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2017 111,093 miles

Tailgate handle insecure

Fail 13 Dec 2017 111,083 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 45% (3.7.B.5b)

Tailgate handle insecure

Pass 30 Nov 2016 87,438 miles

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

Fail 30 Nov 2016 87,438 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2015 86,289 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2015 79,764 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 12 Jan 2015 79,764 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 73,323 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 65,773 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2011 57,691 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 Dec 2011 57,691 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 49,558 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 42,239 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 35,268 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 29,259 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2008 29,259 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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 ZYT is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 ZYT, 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 ZYT registered?

BG05 ZYT is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 24 June 2005.

Is BG05 ZYT safe to buy?

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