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BT05 OTH

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

87,307 mi
Last recorded87,307 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT05 OTH
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2018 87,307 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2017 84,853 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides inner edges (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

wipers smear slightly

Pass 14 Jul 2015 81,461 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 76,103 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

both front tyres wearing on edges, indicating under inflation.

nearside rear tyre cracking in tread

offside rear tyre cracking on outer sidewall

Fail 11 Jul 2014 76,103 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

both front tyres wearing on edges, indicating under inflation.

nearside rear tyre cracking in tread

offside rear tyre cracking on outer sidewall

Pass 10 Jul 2012 68,337 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 55,969 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2011 55,932 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Feb 2010 43,241 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2010 43,241 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Jan 2009 37,050 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 OTH is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 BT05 OTH, 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 OTH registered?

BT05 OTH is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 14 June 2005.

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The MOT history for BT05 OTH shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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