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CJ55 BMV

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1507cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

42,432 mi
Last recorded42,432 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2020
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCJ55 BMV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,507cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2020 42,432 miles

Rear axle corroded.

Fail 19 Aug 2020 42,432 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both headlamps misted. (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Rear axle corroded.

Pass 30 Jul 2019 37,702 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 36,623 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2018 36,623 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2017 34,463 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 32,359 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 30,876 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Front tyre perished

Pass 21 Jul 2014 28,370 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

both rear tyres perished

Pass 15 Jul 2013 26,873 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 24,619 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 21,215 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 18,694 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 15,948 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 11,295 miles

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

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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CJ55 BMV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,507cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 CJ55 BMV, 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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CJ55 BMV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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