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BG54 CEN

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

121,963 mi
Last recorded121,963 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2014
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG54 CEN
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2014 121,963 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 115,873 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2012 107,763 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 95,850 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 83,328 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 67,486 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2008 50,030 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 9 Jan 2008 50,030 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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BG54 CEN is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BG54 CEN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG54 CEN registered?

BG54 CEN is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 22 January 2005.

Is BG54 CEN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG54 CEN shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BG54 CEN have outstanding finance?

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