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LD05 OVL

2005 Citroen Xsara

Beige Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

38,236 mi
Last recorded38,236 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD05 OVL
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 38,236 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 10 Mar 2025 33,983 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 20 Mar 2024 32,866 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2024 32,866 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 15 Mar 2023 32,733 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 21 Mar 2022 32,398 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 30,547 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2020 28,873 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 26,911 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Air Fresh Hanging From Rear View Mirror ()

Rear Tailgate Exterior Handle Insecure

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Scratched Across Swept Area (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Mar 2019 26,911 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Air Fresh Hanging From Rear View Mirror ()

Rear Tailgate Exterior Handle Insecure

Pass 20 Mar 2018 25,157 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has a combination of minor damage

Fail 20 Mar 2018 25,157 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Windscreen has a combination of minor damage

Pass 28 Mar 2017 22,774 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 19,467 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2016 19,467 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 17,354 miles

scratches on screen

Pass 27 Mar 2014 14,733 miles

All Tyres Perished & Cracked

Pass 27 Mar 2013 12,730 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 29 Mar 2012 11,509 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2011 8,827 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 8,827 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 6,491 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 4,400 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 2,734 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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LD05 OVL is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Beige with a 1,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 LD05 OVL, 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 LD05 OVL registered?

LD05 OVL is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 March 2005.

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