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DY55 LCV

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

50,487 mi
Last recorded50,487 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY55 LCV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2020 50,487 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material feed to rear localised corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

both outer sills exc. corroded to front

Pass 14 Nov 2019 49,897 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 12 Nov 2018 48,828 miles

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both outer slls corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing to outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Spare tyre defective deflated ()

Pass 22 Nov 2017 47,869 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 45,775 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2016 45,775 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 44,272 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2014 41,649 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2014 41,649 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 39,688 miles

Rear Torsion bar slightly deteriorated by corrosion (2.4.E.1b)

Pass 16 Nov 2012 36,515 miles

n/s rear tyre perished to outer wall

Pass 18 Nov 2011 33,250 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 29,843 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2010 29,843 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Nov 2009 26,466 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 20,508 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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DY55 LCV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 DY55 LCV, 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 DY55 LCV registered?

DY55 LCV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 29 November 2005.

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