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BN55 BSO

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2018
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

65,038 mi
Last recorded65,038 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN55 BSO
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2017 65,038 miles

Body has slight corrosion Offside outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside front tyre worn on inner and outer edges

Offside front tyre worn on inner and outer edges

Fail 18 Jan 2017 65,023 miles

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Nearside outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Body has slight corrosion Offside outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside front tyre worn on inner and outer edges

Offside front tyre worn on inner and outer edges

Pass 21 Jan 2016 56,476 miles

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

noise from engine(rattling)

Fail 21 Jan 2016 56,476 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid no sound from motor (8.2.3)

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

noise from engine(rattling)

Pass 10 Jan 2015 48,647 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2015 48,637 miles

Nearside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Oct 2013 4,437 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2013 41,434 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 37,346 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 34,129 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2011 34,129 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 24 Aug 2010 30,392 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Aug 2010 30,392 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Aug 2009 26,298 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 Jul 2008 20,139 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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BN55 BSO is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 BN55 BSO, 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 BN55 BSO registered?

BN55 BSO is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 5 September 2005.

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