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BN05 DGE

2005 Citroen Xsara

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2016
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

147,168 mi
Last recorded147,168 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2015
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 DGE
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2015 147,168 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2014 139,208 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)

SRS malfunction indicator fault may return

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2014 139,208 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)

SRS malfunction indicator fault may return

Pass 25 Feb 2013 125,681 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2013 125,681 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Mar 2012 121,499 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 Mar 2011 115,922 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2011 115,922 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 106,674 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2010 106,674 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Nov 2009 100,464 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2009 100,449 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 34,530 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 74,356 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 60,130 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 44,178 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 24,445 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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BN05 DGE is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 BN05 DGE, 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 BN05 DGE registered?

BN05 DGE is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 3 March 2005.

Is BN05 DGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN05 DGE shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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