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BV05 LWZ

2005 Citroen Xsara

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2024
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

111,784 mi
Last recorded111,784 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2023
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV05 LWZ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2023 111,784 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2023 111,784 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 98,564 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2022 98,564 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 1 Jul 2021 84,101 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2021 84,101 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 77,581 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 74,027 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2018 74,027 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2017 67,713 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 61,872 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 56,208 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 50,223 miles

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

Fail 26 Nov 2014 50,223 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2014 46,541 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2013 41,391 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2013 41,388 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2012 36,863 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2012 36,860 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 21 Feb 2011 32,600 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 27,190 miles

front discs lipped and brakes squealing

front tyres badly worn on inner and outer edges

front tyres on 3mm and tread pattern breaking up (Michelin 185/65/15 88H)

Pass 27 Jan 2009 21,358 miles

nearside front, offside front, nearside rear tyres all worn to 3mm, 185 65 r15h

Pass 30 Jan 2008 15,520 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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BV05 LWZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 2005 Citroen Xsara models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 71,718 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 LWZ, 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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BV05 LWZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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