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BK05 VJC

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

115,888 mi
Last recorded115,888 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK05 VJC
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2018 115,888 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both outer sills corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Windscreen wiper blade defective both wiper blades split (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2017 108,702 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2017 108,667 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly and damaged (2.5.B.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Steering system lock to lock check stretches a brake hose (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Oct 2016 103,227 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2016 103,226 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2015 96,462 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 81,326 miles

Slight exhaust leak at front possibly due to a cracked exhaust manifold.

Pass 27 Sep 2013 67,607 miles

Both front tyres worn on edges

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 24 Sep 2013 67,599 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Aug 2012 56,503 miles

NEARSIDE REAR TYRE WORN TO 2MM TREAD REMAINING ON OUTER SHOULDER.

Fail 30 Aug 2012 56,503 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

NEARSIDE REAR TYRE WORN TO 2MM TREAD REMAINING ON OUTER SHOULDER.

Pass 29 Sep 2011 45,288 miles

slight surface corrosion to suspension components.

Pass 30 Sep 2010 34,449 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 21,667 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 4 Sep 2008 12,641 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 VJC is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 VJC, 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 VJC registered?

BK05 VJC is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 25 July 2005.

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