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LN05 ZWU

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

123,355 mi
Last recorded123,355 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN05 ZWU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2016 123,355 miles

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

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

exhaust rear box support band corroding

Fail 10 Jan 2015 107,631 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 10 Jan 2015 107,631 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 95,973 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

rear exhaust band weak

Fail 8 Sep 2012 84,665 miles

15% front brake imbalance

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

clutch pedal rubber missing

engine top cover insecure

front fog lamps damaged

offside front tyre worn on edges

rear silencer mounting strap broken

Pass 8 Sep 2012 84,665 miles

15% front brake imbalance

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

clutch pedal rubber missing

engine top cover insecure

front fog lamps damaged

offside front tyre worn on edges

rear silencer mounting strap broken

Fail 17 Aug 2011 73,942 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Aug 2011 73,942 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 63,730 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 50,443 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 Aug 2008 39,197 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 38,077 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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LN05 ZWU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LN05 ZWU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LN05 ZWU registered?

LN05 ZWU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 29 June 2005.

Is LN05 ZWU safe to buy?

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