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BK05 VJJ

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

87,643 mi
Last recorded87,643 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2015
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2015 87,643 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 82,649 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)

light scratching across front windscreen

nearside front wiper blade deteroated

tempary repair to rear exhaust box bracket

Fail 16 Apr 2014 82,649 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Nearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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)

light scratching across front windscreen

nearside front wiper blade deteroated

tempary repair to rear exhaust box bracket

Pass 8 Apr 2013 77,340 miles

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

tempary repair to rear exhaust box bracket

Pass 12 Apr 2012 67,260 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2012 67,260 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 54,132 miles

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

Fail 19 Apr 2011 54,132 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2010 158,907 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 33,500 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 23,779 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 VJJ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 VJJ, 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 VJJ registered?

BK05 VJJ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is BK05 VJJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK05 VJJ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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