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LG55 OBX

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

51,638 mi
Last recorded51,638 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2021
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG55 OBX
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2021 51,638 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 50,398 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2020 50,383 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2019 47,597 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 44,257 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2018 44,257 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2017 41,306 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit Bald on outer edge and 3mm over 3/4 of the tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Cracking in-between the treads and on the side wall and 3mm over 3/4 of the tread (4.1.E.1)

Tyre size 185/65 HR15

Fail 28 Sep 2017 41,279 miles

Rear Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outer side wall showing cord (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit Bald on outer edge and 3mm over 3/4 of the tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Cracking in-between the treads and on the side wall and 3mm over 3/4 of the tread (4.1.E.1)

Tyre size 185/65 HR15

Pass 17 Sep 2016 38,455 miles

both rear tyres perished

Pass 23 Sep 2015 34,982 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 35,172 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

nearside + offside rear tyres perished

Pass 13 Sep 2013 28,450 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 25,469 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2012 25,464 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Tyre size...185/65X15(88H)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 22,766 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Oct 2010 20,139 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 17,227 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 13,810 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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LG55 OBX is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LG55 OBX, 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 LG55 OBX registered?

LG55 OBX is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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