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LV05 LBL

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

121,736 mi
Last recorded121,736 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2019 121,736 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 117,926 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2017 114,048 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 110,397 miles

30% rear brake imbalance ,,,will need attention

Pass 11 Dec 2015 106,603 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 98,879 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

off side front tyre wearing on inner edge

rear exhaust silincer corroded

Pass 21 Mar 2014 88,926 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 79,489 miles

rear silencer corroded

Fail 20 Mar 2013 79,487 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

exhaust rear box band rusted away but system still secure

front tyres close to limit on edges recommend replacement

oil filler cap missing

Pass 27 Mar 2012 70,084 miles

nearside rear tyre worn on edges

rear silencer mounting band corroded

Pass 24 Mar 2011 60,338 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 50,305 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2009 40,819 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 30,347 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 LBL is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 LBL, 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 LBL registered?

LV05 LBL is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 23 March 2005.

Is LV05 LBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV05 LBL shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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