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FT05 BMO

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

66,871 mi
Last recorded66,871 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT05 BMO
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2017 66,871 miles

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

all brake pipes greased

Pass 8 Sep 2016 63,681 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 31 Aug 2016 63,648 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer cill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer cill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 59,636 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 55,332 miles

rear axle has slight wear in n/s bearings

Fail 29 Aug 2014 55,332 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

rear axle has slight wear in n/s bearings

Pass 28 Aug 2013 50,460 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 45,687 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 40,759 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 35,603 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2009 27,165 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 1 Sep 2008 21,635 miles

rear silencer bracket shows extensive corossion

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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FT05 BMO is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FT05 BMO, 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 FT05 BMO registered?

FT05 BMO is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 20 August 2005.

Is FT05 BMO safe to buy?

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