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BT05 TVL

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

299,286 mi
Last recorded299,286 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT05 TVL
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2017 299,286 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 271,759 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 228,235 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Jan 2014 176,414 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 145,319 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2013 145,110 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 107,323 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 40,679 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 16,560 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 16,137 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 TVL is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 TVL, 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 TVL registered?

BT05 TVL is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 24 July 2005.

Is BT05 TVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT05 TVL shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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