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L555 OWL

2005 Citroen Xsara

Green Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Dec 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

81,782 mi
Last recorded81,782 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL555 OWL
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 81,782 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2024 74,068 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 66,415 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 58,051 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2021 49,392 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2020 49,202 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 48,580 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 46,843 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 45,452 miles
Fail 10 May 2017 45,452 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 10 May 2016 41,369 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 36,108 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 30,270 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 24,210 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 22,519 miles
Fail 11 May 2011 19,688 miles

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 11 May 2011 19,688 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 16,933 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 14,235 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 12,011 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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L555 OWL is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Green with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 L555 OWL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L555 OWL registered?

L555 OWL is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 27 May 2005.

Is L555 OWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L555 OWL shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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