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BT05 TVP

2005 Citroen Xsara

Green Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2021
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

93,219 mi
Last recorded93,219 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2020
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT05 TVP
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2020 93,219 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2019 89,701 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt nearside & centre ()

Pass 4 Jun 2018 85,325 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 4 Jun 2018 85,325 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 80,772 miles

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

Fail 2 Jun 2017 80,772 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 26 May 2016 76,914 miles

radiator has slight leak

Fail 26 May 2016 76,914 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

radiator has slight leak

Pass 28 May 2015 70,534 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 70,534 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 May 2014 63,464 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 55,870 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 48,457 miles
Fail 23 May 2012 48,378 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 May 2011 40,099 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 40,013 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 21 May 2010 35,127 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 32,776 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2009 32,776 miles

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

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 TVP is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Green with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 TVP, 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 TVP registered?

BT05 TVP is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 12 July 2005.

Is BT05 TVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT05 TVP shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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