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BU54 WGN

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

112,005 mi
Last recorded112,005 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU54 WGN
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2017 112,005 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2017 112,005 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2016 105,068 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 85,545 miles

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

both front tyres slightly fouling on full lock

exhaust heat shield insecure.

Fail 13 May 2015 86,545 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

Rear fog lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)

both front tyres slightly fouling on full lock

exhaust heat shield insecure.

Pass 20 May 2014 82,579 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 80,222 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2013 80,222 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 68,076 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

N/S/F HEADLIGHT BRACKET BROKEN + N/S/R LAMP CLUSTER LOOSE BUT NOT AFFECTING LIGHT OPERATION + SPARE TYRE SIDEWALL PERISHED

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 2 Aug 2012 67,701 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

N/S/F HEADLIGHT BRACKET BROKEN + N/S/R LAMP CLUSTER LOOSE BUT NOT AFFECTING LIGHT OPERATION + SPARE TYRE SIDEWALL PERISHED

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 57,078 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2010 51,856 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 50,151 miles

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

Fail 20 Jul 2009 50,151 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

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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BU54 WGN is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 BU54 WGN, 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 BU54 WGN registered?

BU54 WGN is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 December 2005.

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