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LG55 OCV

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2020
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

148,709 mi
Last recorded148,709 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG55 OCV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2019 148,709 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 31 Oct 2019 148,687 miles

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

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

REAR SEAT BELTS NOT DONE DUE TO NOT BEING ABLE TO ACSESS THEM

Pass 19 Oct 2018 140,035 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2017 130,860 miles

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

Fail 16 Oct 2017 130,857 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 7 Oct 2016 117,951 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

item removed from drivers view prior to test.

Fail 7 Oct 2016 117,951 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

item removed from drivers view prior to test.

Pass 20 Oct 2015 106,935 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded various (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Front Outer sill weak

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Outer sill weak

Pass 8 Oct 2014 95,737 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 7 Oct 2014 95,734 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 11 Oct 2013 85,445 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

o/s/f shocker possible internal fault

Pass 26 Oct 2012 75,679 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2011 63,937 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 24 Oct 2011 63,937 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 55,967 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2010 55,967 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 16 Oct 2009 48,166 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2009 48,166 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 23 Oct 2008 38,534 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 OCV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 LG55 OCV, 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 OCV registered?

LG55 OCV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 27 October 2005.

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