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GL05 LSU

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

126,808 mi
Last recorded126,808 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL05 LSU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 126,808 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 123,703 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 122,558 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 120,085 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 115,915 miles

offside front bottom ball boot perished

offside front outer cv boot just starting to leak out grease

wipers a bit smeary

Fail 11 Jun 2022 115,912 miles

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

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

offside front bottom ball boot perished

offside front outer cv boot just starting to leak out grease

wipers a bit smeary

Pass 9 Jun 2021 113,596 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

offside front bottom ball boot perished

offside front outer cv boot just starting to leak out grease

Fail 9 Jun 2021 113,596 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

offside front bottom ball boot perished

offside front outer cv boot just starting to leak out grease

Pass 12 Jun 2020 112,319 miles

Rear exhaust has a minor leak

Pass 21 May 2019 106,199 miles

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 21 May 2019 106,199 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Jun 2018 97,843 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 May 2017 89,958 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 81,233 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside discs inner faces (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edges also tyre cracking showing signs of deterioration (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edges also tyre cracking showing signs of deterioration (4.1.E.1)

Fail 17 May 2016 81,233 miles

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)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside discs inner faces (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edges also tyre cracking showing signs of deterioration (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edges also tyre cracking showing signs of deterioration (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 May 2015 73,825 miles

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

offside rear tyre perrished

Fail 18 May 2015 73,825 miles

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

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

offside rear tyre perrished

Pass 20 May 2014 68,839 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 61,801 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 56,144 miles

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

Fail 21 May 2012 56,139 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 May 2011 50,583 miles
Fail 17 May 2011 50,574 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 May 2010 43,561 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 May 2009 36,906 miles
Fail 27 May 2009 36,819 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 May 2008 31,893 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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GL05 LSU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

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 GL05 LSU, 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 GL05 LSU registered?

GL05 LSU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 10 June 2005.

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