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LG55 UEP

2005 Citroen Xsara

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

116,891 mi
Last recorded116,891 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG55 UEP
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2018 116,891 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

n/s/f ball joint dust cover split

o/s/f tyre going bald on edges + close to limit

some play in n/s/f link pin

wheel bolts covered

Fail 11 Oct 2018 116,891 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

both front tyres wearing on edges

n/s/f ball joint dust cover split

o/s/f tyre going bald on edges + close to limit

some play in n/s/f link pin

wheel bolts covered

Pass 7 Nov 2017 109,776 miles

o/s/r tyre wearing on edges + close to limit

vehicle emitting some black smoke

Pass 28 Oct 2016 103,248 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 28 Oct 2016 103,248 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn on outer edge

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

Pass 27 Oct 2015 94,648 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2015 94,648 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Pass 23 Oct 2014 85,312 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 75,129 miles

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 18 Oct 2013 75,129 miles

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

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 2 Nov 2012 67,389 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 59,062 miles

front tyres worn on outer edges

Fail 1 Nov 2011 59,062 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 29 Oct 2010 49,150 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 40,990 miles

Clutch worn

Exhaust back box bracket rusty

Pass 7 Nov 2008 32,546 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2008 32,546 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

O/s/f tyre worn low on edges

Rear brakes noisy

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 UEP is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 UEP, 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 UEP registered?

LG55 UEP is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 3 November 2005.

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