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LB05 LWY

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

74,339 mi
Last recorded74,339 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB05 LWY
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2017 74,339 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2016 68,487 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 62,149 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2015 62,147 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 Apr 2014 54,113 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2014 54,113 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2013 46,046 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Feb 2012 41,389 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 36,885 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 1 Mar 2010 78,438 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 22,855 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2009 22,855 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 28 Jul 2008 20,170 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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LB05 LWY is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LB05 LWY, 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 LB05 LWY registered?

LB05 LWY is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is LB05 LWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB05 LWY shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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