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LC54 VLW

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

100,977 mi
Last recorded100,977 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC54 VLW
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2017 100,977 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint drop link (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear tyre bald on outer edge

Offside Front tyre bald on inner & outer edges

Offside Rear tyre bald on outer edge

Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on inner & outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Mar 2016 90,144 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

child seats fitted to the rear seat belts

Pass 10 Mar 2015 82,151 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2015 82,151 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 15 Jan 2014 69,826 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2014 69,826 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2013 61,042 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 53,123 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 45,632 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2010 38,821 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2009 30,513 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 15 Jan 2009 30,513 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2008 22,955 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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LC54 VLW is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel 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 LC54 VLW, 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 LC54 VLW registered?

LC54 VLW is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 9 February 2005.

Is LC54 VLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC54 VLW 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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