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BT54 TYF

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

99,049 mi
Last recorded99,049 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT54 TYF
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2019 99,049 miles

Near side and off side outer sill corroded

Pass 5 Sep 2018 93,752 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2018 93,752 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 85,379 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

spare tyre flat

Pass 31 Aug 2016 75,711 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 66,586 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 54,398 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 39,363 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

clutch pedel rubber worn [anti slip]

oil cap leaking

n/s/rear tyre starting to crack

Fail 19 Aug 2013 39,363 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

clutch pedel rubber worn [anti slip]

oil cap leaking

n/s/rear tyre starting to crack

Pass 22 Aug 2012 27,427 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 19,190 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 18,595 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 17,674 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 15,595 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 12,223 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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BT54 TYF is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BT54 TYF, 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 BT54 TYF registered?

BT54 TYF is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 January 2005.

Is BT54 TYF safe to buy?

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