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BK55 SOA

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

126,540 mi
Last recorded126,540 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK55 SOA
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2016 126,540 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Jan 2015 113,752 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2015 113,752 miles

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 2 Jan 2014 95,253 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING ON EDGES

EXHAUST BACK BOX BRACKET STRAP BROKEN

Pass 3 Jan 2013 76,306 miles

emisions high at time of mot (just meet requirement)

engine undertray loose

Pass 20 Dec 2011 56,735 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

fuel filler flap loose

possable coolant leak

service light on at time of mot test

Fail 20 Dec 2011 56,735 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

engine cover loose

fuel filler flap loose

service light on at time of mot test

Pass 7 Jan 2011 37,704 miles

boot occupied not allowing for inspection

cooling system has fluid leak at thermostat housing

front brake pads wearing thin

offside rear tyre has nail/screw in tread

Fail 7 Jan 2011 37,704 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

boot occupied not allowing for inspection

cooling system has fluid leak at thermostat housing

front brake pads wearing thin

offside rear tyre has nail/screw in tread

Pass 15 Jan 2010 20,209 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 18,984 miles

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

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)

rear wiper ??

Pass 22 Aug 2008 15,423 miles

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

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)

rear wiper worn

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 SOA is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BK55 SOA, 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 SOA registered?

BK55 SOA is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 22 September 2005.

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