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BN55 LUF

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

227,396 mi
Last recorded227,396 miles
Recorded on11 May 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN55 LUF
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 May 2016 227,396 miles

eml light displayed

rear brake pipe slightly corroded

slight play n/s/inner steering arm

slight play o/s/f lower ball joint

Pass 12 May 2015 219,946 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

both rear tyres close to legal limit

Fail 12 May 2015 219,946 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Spare wheel insecure (6.4.2)

both rear tyres close to legal limit

Pass 30 Apr 2014 212,615 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2014 212,504 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 11 May 2013 205,123 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 197,104 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2012 196,929 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 May 2011 189,781 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 189,779 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Sep 2010 165,464 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 128,409 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front number plate deteriorating

Pass 22 Aug 2008 88,852 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 LUF is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 BN55 LUF, 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 LUF registered?

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

Is BN55 LUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN55 LUF shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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