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CX05 BNZ

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

108,719 mi
Last recorded108,719 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX05 BNZ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2016 108,719 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 96,012 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 79,722 miles

eml light on

Fail 17 Jun 2014 79,696 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

eml light on

Pass 13 Jun 2013 72,290 miles

engine light on

Fail 27 Jun 2012 65,519 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 65,519 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 57,926 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2010 49,235 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 9 Jun 2010 49,235 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 41,230 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 33,158 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2008 33,158 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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CX05 BNZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CX05 BNZ, 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 CX05 BNZ registered?

CX05 BNZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 July 2005.

Is CX05 BNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX05 BNZ shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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