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LA05 LGL

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

84,652 mi
Last recorded84,652 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA05 LGL
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 84,652 miles

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

Fail 29 Apr 2026 84,651 miles

Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

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

Pass 22 Apr 2025 81,464 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Apr 2025 81,464 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2024 78,059 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 77,628 miles

under tray cover fitted

Fail 12 Apr 2023 77,628 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

under tray cover fitted

Pass 6 Apr 2022 75,661 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 73,364 miles
Pass 6 May 2020 72,022 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 71,179 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 68,845 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2017 66,266 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 64,292 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 61,644 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 57,315 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2013 54,869 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 50,509 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 45,191 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 37,151 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2010 37,151 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 30 Jun 2009 31,371 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2008 24,883 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2008 24,883 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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LA05 LGL 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 79.2%.

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 LA05 LGL, 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 LA05 LGL registered?

LA05 LGL is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is LA05 LGL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA05 LGL shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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