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BV05 LXY

2005 Citroen Xsara

Green Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

82,515 mi
Last recorded82,515 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV05 LXY
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2018 82,515 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2018 82,509 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 4 Feb 2017 77,908 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 69,698 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing spring cup seat (2.7.2a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Feb 2015 63,412 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 59,006 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 53,417 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 49,250 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2011 43,302 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Mar 2010 36,657 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Mar 2009 28,656 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 22,445 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 LXY is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Green with a 1,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LXY, 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 LXY registered?

BV05 LXY is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 19 March 2005.

Is BV05 LXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV05 LXY shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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