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CE05 BYP

2005 Citroen Xsara

Green Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

85,077 mi
Last recorded85,077 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE05 BYP
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2016 85,077 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 71,614 miles

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

o/s/r tyre worn on edges

Pass 21 Feb 2014 58,405 miles

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

Fail 21 Feb 2014 58,405 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Feb 2013 51,068 miles

REAR EXHAUST DET

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 26 Feb 2013 51,068 miles

REAR EXHAUST DET

Pass 25 Feb 2012 43,112 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2011 34,871 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 26,385 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 17,390 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 17,343 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 12,143 miles

nearside front tyre edge worn below limit

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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CE05 BYP is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Green with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 CE05 BYP, 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 CE05 BYP registered?

CE05 BYP is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is CE05 BYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE05 BYP shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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