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CE05 BZT

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

77,639 mi
Last recorded77,639 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2025
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE05 BZT
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2025 77,639 miles

Nearside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2024 76,835 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 17 Jan 2024 76,818 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2023 74,224 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rears (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2022 72,991 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 25 Jan 2022 72,991 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour both rears (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Jan 2021 71,312 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rears (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 20 Jan 2021 71,312 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rears (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 64,995 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2019 64,995 miles

Front Bumper likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2018 59,326 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 54,248 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2017 54,248 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Nov 2016 49,243 miles

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

Fail 2 Nov 2016 49,243 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Nov 2015 42,916 miles

engine management light is on

Pass 3 Nov 2014 37,792 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 32,912 miles

offside front tyre perished and split

rear tyres perished and split

Pass 23 Nov 2012 27,465 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Dec 2011 22,565 miles

n/s sill damaged

Pass 25 Jan 2010 21,213 miles

accident damage to n/s

Pass 6 Feb 2009 18,075 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 13,870 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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CE05 BZT is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 BZT, 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 CE05 BZT registered?

CE05 BZT is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 8 March 2005.

Is CE05 BZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE05 BZT shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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