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LB05 LWZ

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2021
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

204,750 mi
Last recorded204,750 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB05 LWZ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2019 204,750 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill section (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 200,580 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2018 200,574 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill section (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 195,283 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides inner faces (3.5.1i)

Fail 10 Jul 2017 195,277 miles

Nearside Front Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill section (6.1.A.1)

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

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides inner faces (3.5.1i)

engine oil filler cap missing

Pass 19 Jul 2016 189,983 miles

rear silencer mounting strap broken

Fail 19 Jul 2016 189,983 miles

Nearside Front Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill section (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

rear silencer mounting strap broken

Pass 21 Jul 2015 185,368 miles

rear silencer mounting strap broken but system has adequate support

Fail 20 Jul 2015 185,362 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

rear silencer mounting strap broken but system has adequate support

Pass 17 Jul 2014 180,537 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 176,075 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

non-standard rear exhaust strap

o/s/r tyre,low pressure

Pass 23 Jul 2012 170,992 miles

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

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

oil cap missing

Fail 18 Jul 2012 170,989 miles

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

Centre Fuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

oil cap missing

Pass 19 Jul 2011 164,485 miles

Engine oil level on minimum

Fail 19 Jul 2011 164,485 miles

Engine oil level on minimum

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

Pass 9 Jul 2010 152,403 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 137,227 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 122,421 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 LWZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LWZ, 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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LB05 LWZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 5 July 2005.

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