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LN55 ZLX

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2023
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

104,196 mi
Last recorded104,196 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2022
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN55 ZLX
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2022 104,196 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear inner sills/floor sections (7.1.1 (a) (i))

surface corrosion to rear suspension components but not weakened

Fail 15 Dec 2022 104,186 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear inner sills/floor sections (7.1.1 (a) (i))

surface corrosion to rear suspension components but not weakened

Pass 21 Dec 2021 99,256 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

corrosion to rear axle beam assembly but not seriously weakened

Fail 21 Dec 2021 99,256 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

corrosion to rear axle beam assembly but not seriously weakened

Pass 15 Dec 2020 95,253 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

surface corrosion to rear axle beam assembly but not weakened

Fail 15 Dec 2020 95,253 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

surface corrosion to rear axle beam assembly but not weakened

Pass 19 Jun 2019 85,072 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

surface corrosion to rear axle beam & associsted components but not seriously weakened

Fail 19 Jun 2019 85,072 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

surface corrosion to rear axle beam & associsted components but not seriously weakened

Pass 28 Jun 2018 74,751 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 70,301 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 65,652 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2016 65,652 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Aug 2015 62,051 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 58,507 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2014 58,507 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 54,542 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 48,884 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2012 48,884 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Aug 2011 41,683 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 36,500 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 29,343 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 22,838 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2008 22,838 miles

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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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LN55 ZLX is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 LN55 ZLX, 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 LN55 ZLX registered?

LN55 ZLX is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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