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LD55 HVU

2005 Citroen Xsara

Green Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

41,754 mi
Last recorded41,754 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD55 HVU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 41,754 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage by steering column (2.1.5 (a))

nearside and offside rear radius arms corroded but not significantly weakened

Pass 28 Jul 2025 39,904 miles

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage by steering column (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside radius arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2024 38,165 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened radius arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened radius arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2023 34,455 miles

Offside Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 18 Jul 2023 34,455 miles

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2022 31,442 miles

Exhaust mounting defective strap on rear silencer corroded through (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 28,942 miles

Offside Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage by sensor in pipe @ steering column (2.1.5 (a))

nearside and offside rear axle corroded but not excessive

Pass 8 Aug 2020 27,294 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 24,909 miles

rear axle and shock absorbers corroded

Fail 24 Jul 2019 24,909 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

rear axle and shock absorbers corroded

Pass 21 Jul 2018 23,038 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing recommended (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing recommended asap (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 21 Jul 2018 23,038 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing recommended (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing recommended asap (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 20,937 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 19,206 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 17,817 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 16,547 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2014 16,547 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 15,001 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 13,453 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 11,653 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 9,805 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 7,952 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 5,296 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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LD55 HVU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Green with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 LD55 HVU, 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 LD55 HVU registered?

LD55 HVU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 18 November 2005.

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The MOT history for LD55 HVU shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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