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BK05 VGL

2005 Citroen Xsara

Green Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2027
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

97,884 mi
Last recorded97,884 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2026 97,884 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2025 95,429 miles

Nearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2024 92,011 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 May 2023 90,204 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 2 May 2023 90,202 miles

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed Intermittently stuck open need force to be close. (6.2.3 (c) (i))

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

Pass 30 Apr 2022 88,532 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2020 86,246 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 82,041 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Apr 2019 82,041 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 3 May 2018 78,682 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2018 78,626 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 4 May 2017 74,757 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 70,538 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 65,402 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 59,898 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2014 59,898 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

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

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 54,101 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2013 54,101 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 48,049 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

both rear tyres outer wall perishing

Fail 15 Apr 2011 42,303 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 42,303 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 35,845 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2010 35,845 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 29,266 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2008 22,416 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2008 22,416 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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 VGL is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Green with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 VGL, 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 VGL registered?

BK05 VGL is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 18 April 2005.

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