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LR55 VCG

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

63,958 mi
Last recorded63,958 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR55 VCG
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 63,958 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2025 63,956 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2024 60,337 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2024 60,337 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2023 57,755 miles

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

Fail 23 Nov 2023 57,753 miles

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

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2022 55,940 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2022 55,938 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2021 53,824 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Nov 2020 52,245 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 50,036 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 22 Nov 2018 48,286 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 45,406 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 43,693 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 41,427 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 38,952 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2014 38,952 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Nov 2013 35,478 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2012 31,613 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2011 28,748 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Nov 2011 28,748 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 24,613 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 19,905 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Nov 2008 15,023 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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LR55 VCG is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 LR55 VCG, 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 LR55 VCG registered?

LR55 VCG is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 19 November 2005.

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