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BK05 KPN

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests28 (18 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK05 KPN
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 10 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2026

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

Pass 11 Sep 2025 80,628 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2025 80,628 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2024 78,777 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29 per cent (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play on ilmit (2.1.3 (b) (i))

wheel nuts not fully checked due to covers fitted

Pass 13 Sep 2023 74,386 miles

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

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

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

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

wheel nuts not fully checked due to covers fitted

Pass 9 Jun 2022 72,144 miles

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

wheel nuts not fully checked due to covers fitted

Fail 8 Jun 2022 72,126 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

wheel nuts not fully checked due to covers fitted

Pass 10 Jun 2021 71,164 miles

3wheel nuts not fully checked due to covers fitted

Fail 8 Jun 2021 71,162 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

3wheel nuts not fully checked due to covers fitted

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2020 70,559 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29 per cent (1.2.1 (b) (i))

wheel nuts not fully checked due to covers fitted

Pass 22 May 2019 69,107 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

wheel trims fitted unable to check wheel nuts

Fail 22 May 2019 69,105 miles

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

wheel trims fitted unable to check wheel nuts

Pass 12 Mar 2018 67,392 miles

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

wheel nuts not fully checked due to covers fiitted

Pass 21 Mar 2017 64,764 miles

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

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

Oil leak engine

wheel nuts not fully checked due to covers fitted

Pass 14 Mar 2016 59,391 miles

wheel nuts not fully checked due to covers fitted

Fail 14 Mar 2016 59,391 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

wheel nuts not fully checked due to covers fitted

Pass 11 Mar 2015 54,095 miles

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

wheel nuts not fully checked due to covers fitted

Fail 11 Mar 2015 54,095 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

wheel nuts not fully checked due to covers fitted

Pass 12 Mar 2014 49,517 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Mar 2014 49,517 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine oil filer cap missing

Pass 18 Mar 2013 44,397 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fail 18 Mar 2013 44,397 miles

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

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

rear wiper blade split

Pass 7 Mar 2012 39,864 miles

o/s/f door damaged

Fail 7 Mar 2012 39,864 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

o/s/f door damaged

Pass 21 Mar 2011 35,462 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2010 30,460 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2008 18,236 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 3 Apr 2008 18,236 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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BK05 KPN is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BK05 KPN, 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 BK05 KPN registered?

BK05 KPN is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 March 2005.

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