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BT54 VTE

2005 Citroen Xsara

Green Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

145,191 mi
Last recorded145,191 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT54 VTE
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2018 145,191 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2018 145,191 miles

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play inner steering rack joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 128,733 miles

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

Nearside Ball joint has slight play inner steering rack joint (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 114,762 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 4 Sep 2015 96,826 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play inner steering rack (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 80,137 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 66,987 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 52,682 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2012 52,682 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 46,086 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 37,486 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 30,668 miles

rear exhaust support strap slightly corroded.

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 VTE is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Green with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VTE, 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 VTE registered?

BT54 VTE is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 25 February 2005.

Is BT54 VTE safe to buy?

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