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BL55 PZZ

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

125,426 mi
Last recorded125,426 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL55 PZZ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2018 125,426 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear tyre has cracking to inner & outer sidewalls - 185/65/15

Offside Front tyre has damage/cut to outer sidewall, no cords or plys visible - 185/65/15

Offside Rear tyre has cracking within tyre treads - 185/65/15

Oil leak ()

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

exhaust back box retaining strap corroded/snapped system still secure

vehicle has slight crash damage to offside rear

Fail 25 Apr 2018 125,425 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill front-middle (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill front-middle-rear (6.1.B.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear tyre has cracking to inner & outer sidewalls - 185/65/15

Offside Front tyre has damage/cut to outer sidewall, no cords or plys visible - 185/65/15

Offside Rear tyre has cracking within tyre treads - 185/65/15

Oil leak ()

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

exhaust back box retaining strap corroded/snapped system still secure

vehicle has slight crash damage to offside rear

Pass 17 May 2017 121,229 miles

N/S/F TYRE WALL LIGHT CRACKING- N/S/R TYRE WALL LIGHT CRACKING- O/S/R TYRE WALL LIGHT CRACKING

Fail 17 May 2017 121,229 miles

N/S/F TYRE WALL LIGHT CRACKING- N/S/R TYRE WALL LIGHT CRACKING- O/S/R TYRE WALL LIGHT CRACKING

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 18 Dec 2015 115,709 miles

No Emissions Detected

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

Oil Leek

Pass 22 Dec 2014 111,176 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Dec 2013 103,707 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 96,625 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 27 Nov 2012 96,514 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Dec 2011 88,383 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2010 76,568 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Dec 2010 76,568 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 Nov 2009 61,005 miles

all four tyres have low tread

Pass 15 Dec 2008 47,192 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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BL55 PZZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BL55 PZZ, 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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BL55 PZZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 23 December 2005.

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