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LC05 TWL

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2019
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

158,706 mi
Last recorded158,706 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC05 TWL
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2018 158,706 miles

Front EXHAUST HEAT SHIELD INSECURE

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit WORN ON INNER AND OUTER EDGES (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit WORN ON INNER AND OUTER EDGES (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 31 Jan 2018 158,706 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc DRIVE SHAFT GAITER (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush ARM, REAR BUSH (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front EXHAUST HEAT SHIELD INSECURE

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit WORN ON INNER AND OUTER EDGES (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit WORN ON INNER AND OUTER EDGES (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Jan 2017 149,507 miles

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Fail 27 Jan 2017 149,507 miles

Nearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Pass 5 Feb 2016 140,874 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

both front and the nearside rear tyres are perished

both front tyres have no wear left in them

nearside front outer sill corroded but not in a perscribed area

Pass 4 Feb 2015 134,156 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Feb 2015 134,156 miles

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

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Feb 2014 125,629 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2014 125,629 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2013 120,006 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2013 119,942 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 6 Feb 2012 107,902 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 94,150 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2011 94,150 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 86,060 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2010 86,060 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 78,379 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 67,955 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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LC05 TWL is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 LC05 TWL, 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 LC05 TWL registered?

LC05 TWL is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 20 May 2005.

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