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BV05 LRO

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

81,351 mi
Last recorded81,351 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV05 LRO
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2026 81,351 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Sep 2025 79,946 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2025 79,946 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

Pass 19 Sep 2024 78,751 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 77,005 miles

damage to passenger side sill. start of corrosion

Pass 30 Aug 2022 75,597 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 74,025 miles

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 72,349 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 69,269 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 66,332 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 64,117 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 60,618 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 55,256 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 51,561 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 48,380 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 42,536 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 36,072 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2010 29,365 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 23,171 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 18,211 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 17,702 miles

rear wiper rubber split

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 LRO is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 LRO, 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 LRO registered?

BV05 LRO is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 21 March 2005.

Is BV05 LRO safe to buy?

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