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LS55 KLU

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

164,011 mi
Last recorded164,011 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS55 KLU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 164,011 miles

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

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Rear axle corroded

Pass 6 Feb 2025 159,210 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

rear axle corroded

Pass 7 Feb 2024 156,576 miles

Coil spring corroded Both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear axle corroded

Fail 5 Feb 2024 156,576 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Coil spring corroded Both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear axle corroded

Pass 24 Feb 2023 151,725 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 10 Feb 2023 151,688 miles

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

rear suspension getting very rusty

Pass 8 Nov 2021 145,466 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2021 145,465 miles

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Nearside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 141,101 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2019 136,199 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 30 Oct 2018 131,151 miles

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

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

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 2 Nov 2017 127,113 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 122,433 miles

corrosion to n/s/f and o/s/f seal

Fail 25 Oct 2016 122,433 miles

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

corrosion to n/s/f and o/s/f seal

Pass 22 Oct 2015 119,111 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 114,388 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 105,881 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 95,097 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 79,157 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 64,319 miles

Both rear tyres perishing

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

Front discs worn

Rear wiper blade split

Pass 16 Nov 2009 47,668 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2008 32,964 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 Nov 2008 32,964 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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LS55 KLU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 LS55 KLU, 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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LS55 KLU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 18 November 2005.

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