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BK55 SGV

2005 Citroen Xsara

Beige Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

170,948 mi
Last recorded170,948 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK55 SGV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2017 170,948 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2017 170,948 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Pass 31 Oct 2016 162,190 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 148,179 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2015 148,179 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 130,173 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2013 115,485 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Oct 2013 115,485 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 105,689 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 90,876 miles

engine oil level low

Fail 24 Oct 2009 59,294 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2009 59,294 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2008 41,199 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear nearside seat belt not checked (childs seat installed)

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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BK55 SGV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Beige with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 BK55 SGV, 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 BK55 SGV registered?

BK55 SGV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 23 September 2005.

Is BK55 SGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK55 SGV shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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