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BN05 EAA

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2018
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

140,977 mi
Last recorded140,977 miles
Recorded on13 May 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 EAA
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 May 2017 140,977 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front side (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Rear hand brake weak

Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear both sides arms (2.4.G.2)

Fail 11 May 2017 140,977 miles

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front side (2.5.C.1a)

Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear both sides arms (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 93,642 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on edge

o/s/f tyre wearing on edge

slight play @ n/s/f anti roll bar linkpin

Pass 21 Apr 2015 79,950 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 72,327 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2014 72,327 miles

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

Fail 20 Apr 2013 64,732 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2013 64,732 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2012 54,695 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 46,484 miles

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

Fail 9 Mar 2010 38,954 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Mar 2010 38,954 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 32,049 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2009 32,048 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 14 Mar 2008 26,432 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Mar 2008 26,432 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 EAA is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 BN05 EAA, 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 BN05 EAA registered?

BN05 EAA is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is BN05 EAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN05 EAA shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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