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BV05 ZVS

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2024
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

135,545 mi
Last recorded135,545 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2024
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Fail 29 Apr 2024 135,545 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

back box hanger corroded/broken-exhaust still secured

corrosion forming on both rear sills

Pass 25 Apr 2023 125,448 miles

Exhaust mounting defective back box hanger,corroded/broken-exhaust still supported (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

corrosion forming n/s/f sill

corrosion forming o/s/r sill

slight fluctuation on front brakes in rollers

Fail 17 Apr 2023 125,442 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Exhaust mounting defective back box hanger,corroded/broken-exhaust still supported (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

corrosion forming n/s/f sill

corrosion forming o/s/r sill

slight fluctuation on front brakes in rollers

Pass 1 Apr 2022 113,759 miles

back box hanger strap corroded/broken-exhaust still supported by other hanger

Fail 1 Apr 2022 113,759 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner gaiter split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

back box hanger strap corroded/broken-exhaust still supported by other hanger

Pass 17 Apr 2021 105,562 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 103,020 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 89,615 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2019 89,599 miles

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired sill (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired sill (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 Feb 2018 84,928 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 80,303 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2016 73,684 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2015 66,585 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2015 66,585 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

exhaust rear box strapping corroded and poor condition

Fail 5 Feb 2014 59,722 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Feb 2014 59,722 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 55,612 miles

rear silencer mounting corroded away

Pass 9 Feb 2012 51,154 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear silencer mounting bracket broken but not making exhaust insecure

Pass 17 Feb 2011 47,338 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 43,572 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2010 43,569 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Feb 2009 36,205 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 27,107 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 ZVS is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver 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 ZVS, 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 ZVS registered?

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

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