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BN05 WRX

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

96,448 mi
Last recorded96,448 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 WRX
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2018 96,448 miles

car undersealed

Fail 20 Aug 2018 96,352 miles

Emissions not tested exhaust snapped (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear, section snapped (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

clutch pedal rubber missing

deterioration rear wiper blade

Pass 31 Mar 2017 83,951 miles

Nearside Outer Body has slight corrosion cill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Outer Body has slight corrosion cill (6.1.B.2)

Fail 31 Mar 2017 83,951 miles

Nearside Outer Body has slight corrosion cill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Outer Body has slight corrosion cill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 76,372 miles

Both front outer sills slightly corroded but not yet effecting any prescribed areas

Exhaust slightly deteriorated

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded Main (3.6.B.2c)

Offside front tyre wearing on the edges, offside front tyre and both rear tyres cracking

Pass 23 Mar 2015 68,715 miles

nsr brake disc appears to have been hot

Fail 23 Mar 2015 68,715 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

nsr brake disc appears to have been hot

play in osf tie rod

Pass 2 Apr 2014 63,259 miles

slight leak power steering

Pass 10 Jun 2013 58,271 miles

both front and n/s/r tyres 3,5mm uneven wear

corrosion to all brake discs

corrosion to exhaust

corrosion to rear shockers

corrosion to suspension components

Pass 14 Jun 2012 52,696 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

corrosion to suspension components.

exhaust in poor condition.

rear wiper blade split.

uneven wear to all tyres.

Fail 16 Jun 2011 45,784 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

rear tyres 3mm,uneven wear

slight corrosion to all brake discs

Pass 16 Jun 2011 45,784 miles

rear tyres 3mm,uneven wear

slight corrosion to all brake discs

Pass 14 Jun 2010 39,213 miles

corrsion to all brake discs.

corrsion to exhaust system.

Pass 1 Jul 2009 31,769 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2008 26,485 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 26,220 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 WRX is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 BN05 WRX, 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 WRX registered?

BN05 WRX is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 14 March 2005.

Is BN05 WRX safe to buy?

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