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BG55 CFM

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

57,960 mi
Last recorded57,960 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 CFM
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 57,960 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Nov 2024 53,623 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

general corrosion under vehicle

Pass 23 Oct 2023 48,899 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 45,422 miles

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 19 Oct 2021 44,661 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Spare tyre defective ()

Fail 19 Oct 2021 44,661 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 17 Nov 2020 43,664 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 42,642 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2019 42,637 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed cracked in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed cracked in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Oct 2018 41,240 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 39,693 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2017 39,686 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged ABS ring (3.4.2)

Pass 10 Oct 2016 38,152 miles

Exhaust system corroded (back box)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2015 36,784 miles

back box bracket corroded

Fail 5 Oct 2015 36,778 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

back box bracket corroded

Pass 13 Oct 2014 35,107 miles

rear exhaust bracket corroded but still secure

surface cracks n/s/r tyre inner wall

Pass 14 Oct 2013 33,571 miles

rear exhaust bracket corroded but still secure

Pass 19 Oct 2012 32,065 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2012 32,065 miles

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

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Oct 2011 29,662 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2010 26,686 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Oct 2010 26,686 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2009 23,987 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Oct 2009 23,987 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Oct 2008 20,885 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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BG55 CFM is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 BG55 CFM, 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 BG55 CFM registered?

BG55 CFM is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 October 2005.

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