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LM54 XSP

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

59,754 mi
Last recorded59,754 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM54 XSP
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2018 59,754 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2018 114,935 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2017 105,960 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2017 105,952 miles

Nearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Sill (5.2.6)

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

Offside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Sill (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing On Outer Edge. 185/65R15 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 101,937 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2016 101,937 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 97,999 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 93,903 miles

Oil leak

slight in sterring coupling

unable to check rear brakes

Fail 24 Jun 2013 84,768 miles

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 84,768 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 80,521 miles

plastic covers fitted

Pass 18 Jul 2011 68,135 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2010 57,249 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2009 41,340 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Apr 2009 41,340 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 33,280 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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LM54 XSP is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 LM54 XSP, 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 LM54 XSP registered?

LM54 XSP is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 29 January 2005.

Is LM54 XSP safe to buy?

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