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DU55 BVJ

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

266,255 mi
Last recorded266,255 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2022
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU55 BVJ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2022 266,255 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 206,635 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2019 173,434 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 139,248 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 102,325 miles

Offside Front outer sill corroded but not within any prescribed areas

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 20 Nov 2015 102,300 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front outer sill corroded but not within any prescribed areas

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2014 97,519 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2014 97,514 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 28 Jan 2014 87,837 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 85,560 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2013 85,508 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Track rod end damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 23 Nov 2012 77,176 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 66,707 miles

n/s/f anti roll bar link has slight play

small chip in screen

Pass 26 Nov 2010 56,344 miles

front brake pad linings wearing low

nsf tyre worn outer tread - suggets wheel alignment checked

Fail 26 Nov 2010 56,344 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

front brake pad linings wearing low

nsf tyre worn outer tread - suggets wheel alignment checked

Fail 25 Nov 2009 45,761 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Nov 2009 45,761 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 32,933 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 32,233 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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DU55 BVJ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 DU55 BVJ, 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 DU55 BVJ registered?

DU55 BVJ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 17 September 2005.

Is DU55 BVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU55 BVJ shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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