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BK05 VGP

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

113,549 mi
Last recorded113,549 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK05 VGP
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2016 113,549 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 106,058 miles

nearside and offside front sills corroded

plastic trims shields and guards covering some perscribed areas

Pass 19 Nov 2013 98,387 miles

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

offside sill corroded

plastic trims shields and guards covering some perscribed areas

Pass 13 Nov 2012 93,133 miles

plastic trims shields and guards covering some perscribed areas

Pass 15 Nov 2011 87,207 miles

plastic trims shields and guards covering some perscribed areas

Pass 10 Nov 2010 81,430 miles

child seat fitted nearside rear

plastic trims shields and guards covering some perscribed areas

Pass 19 Nov 2009 74,516 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2009 74,513 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 69,977 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 24 Jun 2008 55,237 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 55,237 miles

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

Offside 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 VGP is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 VGP, 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 VGP registered?

BK05 VGP is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 23 March 2005.

Is BK05 VGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK05 VGP shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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