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BK05 VGE

2005 Citroen Xsara

Green Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

207,000 mi
Last recorded207,000 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2021
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK05 VGE
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2021 207,000 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2020 203,470 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 117,375 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 104,134 miles

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

Offside Sill

Pass 10 Mar 2017 92,358 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 81,332 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 70,083 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 64,504 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2014 64,486 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2013 62,294 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front brake discs worn/lipped/grooved

Fail 5 Aug 2013 62,294 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front brake discs worn/lipped/grooved

Pass 8 Aug 2012 50,251 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 44,145 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 37,839 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 32,305 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2008 21,563 miles

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

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

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 VGE is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Green with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BK05 VGE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BK05 VGE registered?

BK05 VGE is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 29 March 2005.

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The MOT history for BK05 VGE shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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