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BP54 OUV

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

89,278 mi
Last recorded89,278 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP54 OUV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2016 89,278 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Nov 2016 89,219 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint Lower ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Outer sill (5.2.6)

Offside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Outer sill (5.2.6)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2015 78,841 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 67,685 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2014 57,567 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 54,208 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 44,444 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

rear silencer outer skin corroded

Pass 30 Apr 2012 44,444 miles

rear silencer outer skin corroded

Pass 20 Apr 2011 38,084 miles

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

child seat fitted to n/s/r seat not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Apr 2010 33,252 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 28,977 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 23,766 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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BP54 OUV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BP54 OUV, 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 BP54 OUV registered?

BP54 OUV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 January 2005.

Is BP54 OUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP54 OUV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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