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DE05 BKD

2005 Citroen Xsara

Green Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

105,115 mi
Last recorded105,115 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2021
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE05 BKD
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2021 105,115 miles

Central Front Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases leak at flexy pipe (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Front clutch peddle rubber missing

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Fail 14 Dec 2021 104,810 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat insecure not locked in floor at rear (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed worn to core (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases leak at flexy pipe (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Front clutch peddle rubber missing

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

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

Pass 15 Dec 2020 93,206 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear sill damaged

Fail 7 Dec 2020 93,192 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear sill damaged

Pass 28 May 2019 80,494 miles
Fail 16 May 2019 80,371 miles

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill holed and weak (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 May 2018 78,066 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 76,777 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 74,842 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2016 74,840 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outter sill (5.2.6)

Pass 14 May 2015 72,161 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 68,932 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 65,686 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 58,393 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 45,638 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 38,107 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2009 30,738 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 20,938 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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DE05 BKD is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Green with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 DE05 BKD, 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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DE05 BKD is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 March 2005.

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