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LN55 ZVE

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2024
Tests25 (15 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

86,255 mi
Last recorded86,255 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN55 ZVE
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 10 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2023 86,255 miles

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

Fail 16 Jan 2023 86,253 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

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

coolant level low

Pass 28 Jan 2022 82,076 miles

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

Fail 27 Jan 2022 82,073 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 1 Feb 2021 75,791 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps have product on lens (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inside edge perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 1 Feb 2021 75,791 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps have product on lens (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inside edge perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Jan 2020 74,863 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge bad, will be showing cords soon, advise replacement. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge bad, will be showing cords soon, advise replacement, (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Jan 2020 74,863 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge bad, will be showing cords soon, advise replacement. (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge bad, will be showing cords soon, advise replacement, (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jan 2019 70,831 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2019 70,831 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2018 66,922 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 31 Jan 2018 66,922 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Jan 2017 63,052 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2017 63,052 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn badly on inner edge, (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Feb 2016 59,508 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 55,468 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside front tyre worn badly on inner edge

Pass 31 Jan 2014 51,100 miles

Drivers mirror cracked.

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

Pass 4 Feb 2013 45,478 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

power steering noisy

Fail 4 Feb 2013 45,478 miles

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

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

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

power steering noisy

Pass 4 Jan 2012 40,490 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2012 40,490 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2010 33,287 miles

Advise:n/s/f & o/s/f tyre sidewalls perishing

Fail 30 Nov 2010 33,287 miles

Advise:n/s/f & o/s/f tyre sidewalls perishing

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2009 28,511 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 21,949 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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LN55 ZVE is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 ZVE, 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 ZVE registered?

LN55 ZVE is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 14 October 2005.

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