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EF54 BJJ

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

150,319 mi
Last recorded150,319 miles
Recorded on18 May 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF54 BJJ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Fail 18 May 2017 150,319 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) track rod (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 May 2016 137,918 miles
Fail 5 May 2016 137,852 miles

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

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

n/s/f steering rack inner ball joint has slight play

Pass 7 May 2015 127,310 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 6 May 2014 118,415 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 15 May 2013 106,608 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 95,640 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 81,926 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 69,072 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 55,218 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 37,122 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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EF54 BJJ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 EF54 BJJ, 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 EF54 BJJ registered?

EF54 BJJ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 27 January 2005.

Is EF54 BJJ safe to buy?

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