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BV05 LXG

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

86,801 mi
Last recorded86,801 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2017 86,801 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2017 86,801 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Feb 2016 80,215 miles

movement in drivers seat

nearside rear indicator bulb faded - recommend replacement

Pass 7 Nov 2014 73,695 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 66,853 miles

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

Fail 8 Oct 2013 66,850 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

rear exhaust silencer mounting strap corroded and broken - recommend repair

Pass 1 Oct 2012 60,260 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 50,919 miles

suspect front pads low

Fail 7 Mar 2011 50,919 miles

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

suspect front pads low

Pass 12 Mar 2010 47,124 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 42,653 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 39,437 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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 LXG 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 75%.

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 LXG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BV05 LXG registered?

BV05 LXG is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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