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MT05 BCX

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

94,109 mi
Last recorded94,109 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT05 BCX
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2016 94,109 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 85,315 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2015 85,315 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2014 77,876 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2013 67,421 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 54,649 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 33,500 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 4 Jun 2011 33,500 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 9 Feb 2010 28,522 miles

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 19 Jan 2009 16,648 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 15,052 miles

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

sills floor chassi and all brake pipes surface rust starting ADVISE TO WAX OIL

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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MT05 BCX is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel 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 MT05 BCX, 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 MT05 BCX registered?

MT05 BCX is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 May 2005.

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The MOT history for MT05 BCX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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