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LF05 XBL

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

67,188 mi
Last recorded67,188 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2014
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF05 XBL
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2014 67,188 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Mar 2013 59,065 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 49,430 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 41,450 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 33,480 miles

severe rear brake squealing when applied.

Pass 4 Mar 2009 27,383 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 21,284 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2008 21,284 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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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LF05 XBL is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LF05 XBL, 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 LF05 XBL registered?

LF05 XBL is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 2 March 2005.

Is LF05 XBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF05 XBL shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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