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BT55 ZTK

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

59,485 mi
Last recorded59,485 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT55 ZTK
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 59,485 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 49,480 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 49,344 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 49,194 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Starting to split (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2021 48,974 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 48,758 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge wearing. Outer tread 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 48,149 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2019 48,146 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear inner brake pad anti rattle spring not seated properly, not affecting operation of brakes

Pass 24 Apr 2018 47,476 miles

Slight binding on rear brakes

Pass 21 Apr 2017 46,711 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2017 46,711 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2016 46,155 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 45,444 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 44,549 miles

Offside rear parking brake not returning fully when released

Pass 29 Apr 2013 43,383 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2012 40,766 miles

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

Rear tyre's wearing low and perished.

Pass 24 Feb 2012 40,766 miles

Rear tyre's wearing low and perished.

Pass 7 Mar 2011 40,766 miles

Spare tyre defective

rear tyres perishing

Pass 24 Sep 2010 37,855 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2010 37,838 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 19 Nov 2008 27,586 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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BT55 ZTK is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 BT55 ZTK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BT55 ZTK registered?

BT55 ZTK is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 19 December 2005.

Is BT55 ZTK safe to buy?

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