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BV04 SXD

2004 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

84,583 mi
Last recorded84,583 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2017
Typical for 2004 Citroen Xsara74,411 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV04 SXD
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2017 84,583 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2016 71,947 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 62,228 miles

both front brake discs scoured on inner face

Fail 30 Mar 2015 62,197 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both front brake discs scoured on inner face

Fail 18 Mar 2014 55,861 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Mar 2014 55,861 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 51,131 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 46,170 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 40,588 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 35,800 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2009 31,082 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 26,644 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 22,594 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 21,087 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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BV04 SXD is a 2004 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2004 Citroen Xsara models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 74,411 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 BV04 SXD, 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 22 years old, this Citroen Xsara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BV04 SXD registered?

BV04 SXD is a 2004 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 12 March 2004.

Is BV04 SXD safe to buy?

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