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BV05 LPA

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

99,708 mi
Last recorded99,708 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV05 LPA
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2016 99,708 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2015 90,972 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2014 84,971 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2013 73,553 miles

both front tyres worn on inside edges

Pass 11 May 2012 65,154 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 60,155 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

corrosion to exhaust

engine cover fitted

undertray fitted

wheel trims fitted

Fail 11 May 2011 60,155 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

corrosion to exhaust

engine cover fitted

undertray fitted

wheel trims fitted

Pass 10 May 2010 54,656 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 47,934 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 41,175 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 40,169 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2008 40,169 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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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BV05 LPA is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red 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 BV05 LPA, 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 BV05 LPA registered?

BV05 LPA is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 2 March 2005.

Is BV05 LPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV05 LPA shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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