CarVerify

Free Car Check

BP05 ZPY

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1587cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

162,508 mi
Last recorded162,508 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2021
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Citroen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP05 ZPY
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2021 162,508 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2021 162,508 miles

Central Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 10 Feb 2020 156,104 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2019 145,470 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 5 Feb 2018 136,494 miles

brake pipes corroded

covers & shields fitted

exhaust system deteriorated

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Feb 2017 126,501 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both tyres low on edges (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 Feb 2016 115,356 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2015 102,426 miles

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

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

n/s rear lens insecure slightly

steering rack has a light misting of oil

Fail 17 Feb 2015 102,419 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

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

n/s rear lens insecure slightly

steering rack has a light misting of oil

Pass 17 Jul 2013 82,923 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2013 82,923 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 72,672 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Fail 16 Jul 2012 72,672 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 13 Jul 2011 60,224 miles

front discs worn

o/s/f tyre worn outer edge

rear tyres perished

Pass 7 Jul 2010 51,863 miles

Near side lower sill has body damage

Pass 17 Jul 2009 44,921 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 38,250 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
Full Citroen Xsara reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BP05 ZPY is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 BP05 ZPY, 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 BP05 ZPY?

You can check the full history of BP05 ZPY by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BP05 ZPY registered?

BP05 ZPY is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 2 August 2005.

Is BP05 ZPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP05 ZPY shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BP05 ZPY have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BP05 ZPY. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.