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BT05 OGK

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2023
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

126,005 mi
Last recorded126,005 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2022
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT05 OGK
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2022 126,005 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2022 126,005 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak rear clamp missing (8.2.1.1 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 119,315 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Nov 2021 119,315 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Nov 2020 112,587 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 106,618 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2019 106,618 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2018 98,523 miles

Exhaust mounting defective middle hanger corroded away, exhaust unlikely to become detached. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 23 Nov 2018 98,523 miles

Exhaust mounting defective middle hanger corroded away, exhaust unlikely to become detached. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 19 Nov 2018 98,523 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid washer jet provides no fluid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective middle hanger corroded away, exhaust unlikely to become detached. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 18 Nov 2017 88,440 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2017 88,440 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2016 74,824 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 66,865 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2016 66,850 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2015 62,478 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 55,036 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 46,890 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 39,342 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2012 39,342 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2011 32,246 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 26,249 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 15,624 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 23 May 2008 8,442 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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BT05 OGK is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 BT05 OGK, 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 BT05 OGK registered?

BT05 OGK is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 24 June 2005.

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