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BK05 YVL

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

87,205 mi
Last recorded87,205 miles
Recorded on16 May 2023
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK05 YVL
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2023 87,205 miles

Rear Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Apr 2023 87,199 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid osf/nsf (3.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively osf/nsf lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 30 Apr 2022 83,250 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres cracking tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 4 Apr 2022 83,206 miles

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill corroded and holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill corroded and holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres cracking tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 77,667 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2020 72,147 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 69,476 miles

visual insp of towbar looks ok

Pass 7 Mar 2018 65,951 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 61,944 miles

front pads low

visual insp of towbar looks ok

Pass 9 Mar 2016 57,159 miles

front pads low

visual insp of towbar looks ok

Pass 13 Mar 2015 52,235 miles

front discs worn

front pads low

rear tyres cracking

visual insp of towbar looks ok

Pass 15 Mar 2014 48,758 miles

front discs lipped

front pads low

Pass 7 Mar 2013 43,759 miles

front + rear pads low

rear exhaust bracket corroded

visual inspection of towbar looks ok

Pass 9 Mar 2012 39,487 miles

both rear tyres 3mm

front pads low

rear pads low

visual inspection of towbar looks ok

Pass 3 Mar 2011 33,900 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 29,450 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 25,913 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 20,289 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 YVL is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YVL, 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 YVL registered?

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

Is BK05 YVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK05 YVL shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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