Official DVLA Record

2005 Citroen Xsara 1.6L Petrol · BJ55 AEK

BJ55 AEK

2005 Citroen Xsara (1.6L, petrol). First registered 14/10/2005. Recorded mileage 138,396 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
CITROEN XSARA
Year / Origin
2005 · Birmingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 26/01/2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
138,396 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 26/01/2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2005
Engine
1587cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle is currently in a roadworthy state based on the most recent MOT pass on 27 January 2025 at 138,396 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the record shows a consistent ability to meet minimum legal standards. There are no recorded defects or advisories across the most recent five entries, which is uncommon for a vehicle of this vintage. The mileage pattern is consistent with the age of the car, averaging roughly 6,590 miles per year. A significant gap in usage occurred between November 2022 and November 2023, where the odometer rose from 124,998 to 134,677 miles. Since November 2023, the vehicle has covered fewer than 4,000 miles, suggesting a period of very light use or potential idling over the last two years. The absence of recorded advisories is unusual for a 21 year old Citroen Xsara. A buyer should specifically inspect the chassis and suspension mounting points for corrosion, as these are common failure points that may not have been captured in the brief MOT summaries. Check the condition of the rubber suspension bushes and the integrity of the exhaust system. Verify the operational state of the brakes and the depth of the tyre treads during a physical inspection. While the MOT record is clean, the low recent mileage suggests the car may have sat stationary for extended periods. This often leads to seized brake calipers or perished tyres, regardless of the tread depth.

BJ55 AEK Key Findings

  • 27 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 27/01/2025
  • 138,396 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 10 historical MOT failures
  • 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (16 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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BJ55 AEK Mileage History

  1. 21/08/200828,815 mi
  2. 06/10/200935,648 mi+6,833 mi
  3. 06/10/200935,648 mi
  4. 17/08/201041,983 mi+6,335 mi
  5. 19/08/201148,450 mi+6,467 mi
  6. 22/08/201257,815 mi+9,365 mi
  7. 28/08/201366,227 mi+8,412 mi
  8. 27/08/201473,934 mi+7,707 mi
  9. 24/08/201580,547 mi+6,613 mi
  10. 25/08/201580,549 mi+2 mi
  11. 24/10/201686,914 mi+6,365 mi
  12. 24/10/201686,914 mi
  13. 18/10/201793,111 mi+6,197 mi
  14. 18/10/201793,111 mi
  15. 18/10/201898,520 mi+5,409 mi
  16. 27/09/2019103,393 mi+4,873 mi
  17. 03/10/2019103,393 mi
  18. 22/10/2020109,976 mi+6,583 mi
  19. 22/10/2020109,978 mi+2 mi
  20. 25/10/2021115,072 mi+5,094 mi
  21. 25/10/2021115,074 mi+2 mi
  22. 24/10/2022124,879 mi+9,805 mi
  23. 01/11/2022124,998 mi+119 mi
  24. 27/10/2023134,625 mi+9,627 mi
  25. 06/11/2023134,677 mi+52 mi
  26. 12/07/2024138,381 mi+3,704 mi
  27. 27/01/2025138,396 mi+15 mi

Average of roughly 6,667 miles per year across 27 recorded odometer readings.

BJ55 AEK MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 1 Oct 2026, 13:22
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

27 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Citroen Xsara (BJ55 AEK) between August 2008 and January 2025.

The record contains 17 passes and 10 failures.

The most recent test on 27 January 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 10 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (16 issues), Brakes (9 issues), Suspension (8 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Steering (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 14 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.

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