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LB05 UGR

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

50,079 mi
Last recorded50,079 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2019 50,079 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Fail 6 Nov 2019 50,077 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Offside Front Tyre looks slightly under inflated

Offside Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 1 Nov 2018 37,716 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 34,273 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 33,776 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 33,704 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 33,634 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 33,049 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 30,794 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2011 30,792 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 15 Jul 2010 27,091 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 23,401 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2009 23,401 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Jul 2008 17,532 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 UGR is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 UGR, 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 UGR registered?

LB05 UGR is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 20 July 2005.

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