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LV05 FPA

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2023
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

126,608 mi
Last recorded126,608 miles
Recorded on18 May 2023
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV05 FPA
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Fail 18 May 2023 126,608 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

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

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Central Front Exhaust heatshield loose

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 16 May 2022 109,064 miles

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

Fail 13 May 2022 109,013 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 19 May 2021 102,932 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 18 May 2021 102,930 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 98,796 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 93,540 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 88,803 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 82,024 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2016 82,021 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 75,185 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 67,913 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 59,048 miles

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

Fail 12 Mar 2013 59,048 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2012 50,616 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 42,468 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 32,937 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 25,063 miles

accident damage to n/s/r corner

car is fitted with engine and floor covers. unable to see certain testable items.

front brakes worn.

Fail 9 Jan 2009 25,063 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

accident damage to n/s/r corner

car is fitted with engine and floor covers. unable to see certain testable items.

front brakes worn.

Pass 29 Mar 2008 19,467 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 FPA is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 FPA, 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 LV05 FPA registered?

LV05 FPA is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 March 2005.

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