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LG05 YGZ

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

127,847 mi
Last recorded127,847 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG05 YGZ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 127,847 miles

body has slight corrosion to sill panel areas

Pass 23 Oct 2024 124,354 miles

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

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

body has slight corrosion

engine management light illuminated

Fail 23 Oct 2024 124,354 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

body has slight corrosion

engine management light illuminated

Pass 26 Oct 2023 120,705 miles

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

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

body has slight corrosion

engine management light illuminated

Pass 4 Nov 2022 116,182 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 110,600 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 106,543 miles

body has slight corrosion to sill panel areas

Pass 7 Nov 2019 100,294 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outside edge (5.2.3 (e))

body has slight corrosion to sill panel areas

Fail 7 Nov 2019 100,294 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outside edge (5.2.3 (e))

body has slight corrosion to sill panel areas

Pass 7 Nov 2018 91,554 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill panel area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill panel area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2017 88,788 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 86,087 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2016 86,087 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 83,260 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing low on inside edge

Pass 2 May 2014 80,736 miles

Exhaust rear silencer mounting bracket corroded

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 74,080 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 65,750 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2012 65,706 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2011 57,522 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2011 57,522 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 44,418 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 30 Sep 2008 33,088 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Sep 2008 33,088 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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LG05 YGZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 LG05 YGZ, 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 LG05 YGZ registered?

LG05 YGZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 29 March 2005.

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