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BT54 TYW

2005 Citroen Xsara

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2022
Tests25 (14 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate56%

Mileage

99,128 mi
Last recorded99,128 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2021
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT54 TYW
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 11 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2021 99,128 miles

Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill both (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear axle corroded

Fail 26 Jan 2021 99,086 miles

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

Nearside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill both (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear axle corroded

Pass 20 Jan 2020 95,548 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Jan 2020 95,546 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged abs ring (1.6 (e))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2019 90,016 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 82,336 miles

REAR shockabsorbers covers missing

Fail 24 Jan 2018 82,336 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

REAR shockabsorbers covers missing

Fail 24 Jan 2018 82,334 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

REAR shockabsorbers covers missing

Pass 26 Jan 2017 123,381 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2017 123,381 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Jan 2016 69,519 miles

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 28 Jan 2016 69,519 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 62,165 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2014 55,364 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 28 Jan 2014 55,364 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 48,631 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 41,106 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2012 41,106 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Jan 2011 33,639 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2010 28,206 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 22 Jan 2010 28,200 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 26 Jan 2009 22,938 miles

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

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

nearside front tyre slight wear inner edge,tread

Fail 26 Jan 2009 22,938 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

nearside front tyre slight wear inner edge,tread

Pass 28 Jan 2008 17,675 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2008 17,674 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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 TYW is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56%.

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

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