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LF05 ZXG

2005 Citroen Xsara

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2017
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

175,001 mi
Last recorded175,001 miles
Recorded on18 May 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF05 ZXG
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 May 2016 175,001 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2015 165,461 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 165,461 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Apr 2014 154,965 miles

Oil leak

Fail 8 Apr 2014 154,965 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Apr 2013 139,667 miles

Front Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 123,025 miles

Oil leak

Fail 12 Apr 2012 123,025 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 8 Apr 2011 103,580 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2011 103,580 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 27 Mar 2010 82,625 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

exhaust rear silencer mounting strap deteriorated

front brake discs worn

Pass 27 Mar 2010 82,625 miles

exhaust rear silencer mounting strap deteriorated

front brake discs worn

Pass 26 Mar 2009 55,802 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2009 55,800 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2008 38,072 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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LF05 ZXG is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 LF05 ZXG, 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 ZXG registered?

LF05 ZXG is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is LF05 ZXG safe to buy?

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