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BN05 RWL

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

128,224 mi
Last recorded128,224 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2020
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 RWL
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Fail 4 Jan 2020 128,224 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps flickering (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear wiper blade deteriorated

Pass 5 Jan 2019 114,681 miles

rear third brake light . 1 bulb inop

slight movement in n/s front track rod end

Pass 10 Jan 2018 101,933 miles

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Pass 28 Feb 2017 96,473 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Feb 2016 89,229 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 81,807 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2015 81,807 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 26 Feb 2014 73,967 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 65,490 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2012 57,444 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 48,963 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 43,103 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 37,412 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 31,082 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2008 31,080 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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 RWL is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RWL, 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 RWL registered?

BN05 RWL is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 March 2005.

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