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BN05 WSZ

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2020
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

76,602 mi
Last recorded76,602 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 WSZ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2019 76,602 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2019 76,598 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2018 74,012 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2018 74,012 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 72,725 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 66,613 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2016 66,529 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Feb 2015 60,183 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Feb 2014 54,333 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 20 Feb 2014 54,326 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Feb 2013 47,948 miles

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

Fail 26 Feb 2013 47,939 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 23 Feb 2012 42,402 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Feb 2011 36,020 miles

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

both rear tyres cracked

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 21 Feb 2011 36,020 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

both rear tyres cracked

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 19 Feb 2010 30,063 miles

nearside rear tyre cracked

Fail 19 Feb 2010 30,063 miles

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

nearside rear tyre cracked

Pass 16 Feb 2009 23,724 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 15 Feb 2008 18,027 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

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 WSZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 WSZ, 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 WSZ registered?

BN05 WSZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 16 March 2005.

Is BN05 WSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN05 WSZ shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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