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LV05 BEO

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

97,483 mi
Last recorded97,483 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV05 BEO
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2019 97,483 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2019 97,469 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 Aug 2018 88,529 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2018 88,379 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jul 2017 78,245 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 68,829 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2015 58,466 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 46,404 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2013 36,059 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 32,540 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2011 28,702 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2010 25,454 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 21,908 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2009 21,876 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Apr 2008 17,418 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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LV05 BEO is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LV05 BEO, 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 LV05 BEO registered?

LV05 BEO is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 27 April 2005.

Is LV05 BEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV05 BEO shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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