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BN55 RYP

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

90,264 mi
Last recorded90,264 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN55 RYP
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2017 90,264 miles

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

Fail 22 Sep 2017 90,264 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2016 84,680 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2016 84,680 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2015 79,009 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2014 71,186 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 71,186 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 63,096 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

ns and os front tyre outer edges starting to wear

Fail 23 Sep 2013 63,096 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

ns and os front tyre outer edges starting to wear

Pass 24 Sep 2012 54,605 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 44,053 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2011 43,878 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2010 37,910 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 14 Sep 2009 31,356 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 26,027 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 RYP is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 RYP, 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

How do I check the history of BN55 RYP?

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What year was BN55 RYP registered?

BN55 RYP is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is BN55 RYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN55 RYP shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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