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BG55 NBN

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

56,902 mi
Last recorded56,902 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2015
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 NBN
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2015 56,902 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014
Fail 20 Sep 2014 51,029 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 10 Sep 2013 44,571 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 38,940 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2011 32,028 miles

Front brake discs wearing. Front brake pads difficult to check with wheels on but may be due for replacement.

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

Three michelin tyres fitted to FOS,RNS,ROS,all age-cracking on sidewalls.Replacements advised.

Pass 24 Sep 2010 25,981 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

both front tyres starting to perish

both rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 17 Sep 2009 19,008 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 13,036 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 NBN is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 NBN, 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 NBN registered?

BG55 NBN is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is BG55 NBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG55 NBN shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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