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PE05 BNU

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

95,097 mi
Last recorded95,097 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE05 BNU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 95,097 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2025 91,476 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 23 Jul 2025 91,373 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sills. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sills, suspension mounting. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sills, suspension mounting. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2024 86,300 miles

Front Inner Track rod end modified, but not inappropriately both (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Fail 16 Jul 2024 86,300 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has an unsafe modification both (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Front Inner Track rod end modified, but not inappropriately both (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2023 79,930 miles

Central Front Exhaust mounting defective Hanger Detached (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2022 73,713 miles

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose Strap Loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2021 64,438 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 56,968 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 44,193 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 36,134 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 33,292 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2017 33,292 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

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

Pass 27 Jul 2016 31,687 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 28,569 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 26,361 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 23,929 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 22,878 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 21,404 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 19,360 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 17,492 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 14,904 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 14,208 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 19 Mar 2008 14,208 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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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PE05 BNU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 PE05 BNU, 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 PE05 BNU registered?

PE05 BNU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 6 May 2005.

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