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BK05 RZS

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

137,403 mi
Last recorded137,403 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2018 137,403 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Feb 2017 131,081 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 8 Feb 2017 130,879 miles

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

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

Offside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill holed. (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Brake pipe kinked (3.6.B.2b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Feb 2016 121,552 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside slight corrosion outer sill

Fail 16 Feb 2016 121,551 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside slight corrosion outer sill

Pass 17 Feb 2015 113,234 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 17 Feb 2015 113,232 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 13 Feb 2014 103,534 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Feb 2014 103,534 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Feb 2013 94,553 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

boot does not open

Fail 12 Feb 2013 94,553 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

boot does not open

Pass 16 Feb 2012 83,829 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Feb 2011 72,812 miles

front tyres slightly worn

Pass 18 Feb 2010 60,738 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 49,960 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 38,647 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 RZS is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 RZS, 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 RZS registered?

BK05 RZS is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 22 March 2005.

Is BK05 RZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK05 RZS shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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