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BJ05 DHC

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

128,541 mi
Last recorded128,541 miles
Recorded on9 May 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ05 DHC
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2016 128,541 miles

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

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 9 May 2016 128,541 miles

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

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

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 115,271 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside front tyre bald on outer edge.

Pass 9 Apr 2014 102,259 miles

Both rear tyres showing signs of perishing/deterioration. Replacement recommended.

Nearside rear reversing lamp is not working.

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 89,114 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 83,611 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 67,225 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 49,456 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 30,737 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 14,054 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 12,717 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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BJ05 DHC is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BJ05 DHC, 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 BJ05 DHC registered?

BJ05 DHC is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 27 May 2005.

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