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LV05 BFM

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

78,490 mi
Last recorded78,490 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV05 BFM
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2016 78,490 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2 mm (4.1.E.1)

Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Side repeater slightly discoloured BOTH (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 May 2015 63,404 miles

offside front steering rack boot damp

offside rear tyre wearing outer edge

underside of car damp with oil

Pass 30 May 2014 56,771 miles

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

Fail 29 May 2014 56,749 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

rear exhaust strap broken

Pass 30 May 2013 49,402 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 1 Jun 2012 44,189 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2012 44,189 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2011 37,640 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 37,632 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Mar 2010 31,682 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2010 31,682 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 24,985 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2008 18,009 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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LV05 BFM is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,587cc 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 LV05 BFM, 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 LV05 BFM registered?

LV05 BFM is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 24 March 2005.

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