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LD05 YDL

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2023
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

71,482 mi
Last recorded71,482 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2022
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD05 YDL
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2022 71,482 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2021 71,009 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 16 Jan 2021 71,008 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2020 68,456 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2020 68,456 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 10 Jan 2019 65,586 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2019 67,500 miles

Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Dec 2017 63,086 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2016 60,674 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2016 60,674 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2016 58,367 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2014 54,604 miles

nearside front & both rear tyres perrishing

Fail 31 Jan 2014 51,236 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2014 51,236 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 46,229 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2013 46,209 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 41,821 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 37,274 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 32,014 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 25,678 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 19,494 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Mar 2008 19,494 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 YDL is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 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 LD05 YDL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LD05 YDL registered?

LD05 YDL is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is LD05 YDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD05 YDL shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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