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BJ05 DSY

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

139,248 mi
Last recorded139,248 miles
Recorded on19 May 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ05 DSY
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 May 2017 139,248 miles
Fail 19 May 2017 139,248 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 May 2016 137,589 miles

Nearside Rear brake hose to brake pipe securing bracket insecure

Offside Rear brake hose to pipe securing bracket insecure

Fail 19 May 2016 137,589 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear brake hose to brake pipe securing bracket insecure

Offside Rear brake hose to pipe securing bracket insecure

Pass 10 Feb 2015 130,906 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 117,640 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 Feb 2013 104,687 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 88,738 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 75,903 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2011 75,903 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 16 Feb 2010 68,091 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 56,734 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 41,132 miles

o/s/f bottom ball joint boot split

Fail 2 Apr 2008 41,132 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

o/s/f bottom ball joint boot split

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 DSY is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 DSY, 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 DSY registered?

BJ05 DSY is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 18 April 2005.

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