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LA54 DCO

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

98,767 mi
Last recorded98,767 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA54 DCO
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2019 98,767 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2019 98,767 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Apr 2018 92,740 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2018 92,739 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Jan 2017 86,650 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 79,748 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 68,629 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 59,936 miles

n/s/f tyre weraring on the inner and outer edges

o/s/f tyre wearing on the inner and outer edges

Pass 8 Jan 2013 52,183 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2013 52,041 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 10 Jan 2012 44,908 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 38,268 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 33,046 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 28,472 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 22,982 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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LA54 DCO is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LA54 DCO, 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 LA54 DCO registered?

LA54 DCO is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 January 2005.

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