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LV05 LCN

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

188,954 mi
Last recorded188,954 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV05 LCN
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 188,954 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2024 185,912 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2023 182,758 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2023 182,758 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 176,284 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2022 176,284 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2021 166,540 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2021 166,540 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 158,238 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 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 May 2019 147,630 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 140,279 miles
Fail 14 May 2018 140,279 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Jun 2017 135,798 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 130,725 miles
Fail 23 May 2016 130,725 miles

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

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

Pass 20 May 2015 123,442 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 113,639 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 99,799 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 87,296 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2011 75,280 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 60,225 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 44,436 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 12 Feb 2008 26,850 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

offside rear tyre wearing on edges

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 LCN is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red 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 LV05 LCN, 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 LCN registered?

LV05 LCN is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is LV05 LCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV05 LCN shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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