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BT54 VSE

2005 Citroen Xsara

Purple Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

105,040 mi
Last recorded105,040 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2023
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT54 VSE
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2023 105,040 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Sep 2023 104,971 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2022 100,572 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2021 97,977 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 95,847 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 93,541 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 90,187 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 86,407 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 81,413 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 76,185 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 71,649 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 67,582 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 64,276 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 59,499 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 55,248 miles

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

N/s/r no. plate bulb very dim

Pass 13 Jul 2009 48,759 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 42,691 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 39,480 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 VSE is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Purple with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 VSE, 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 VSE registered?

BT54 VSE is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 4 February 2005.

Is BT54 VSE safe to buy?

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