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LV05 VPU

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

141,601 mi
Last recorded141,601 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV05 VPU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2020 141,601 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Rear Upper Non-obligatory wiper blade defective

Clutch pedal anti-slip provision missing

Injector leaking gases

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges cracked and close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Dec 2020 141,578 miles

Central Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. Seat cannot be locked in the upright position (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Rear Upper Non-obligatory wiper blade defective

Clutch pedal anti-slip provision missing

Injector leaking gases

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges cracked and close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 May 2019 133,361 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Parking brake efficiency just meet the requirement

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 122,828 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2018 122,828 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 113,573 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2016 95,622 miles

slight cut to offside front tyre 185/65/15

Fail 25 May 2016 95,622 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

slight cut to offside front tyre 185/65/15

Pass 5 Jun 2015 79,952 miles

rear exhaust band broken but exhaust still secure

Pass 11 Jun 2014 62,767 miles

rear exhaust band broken but exhaust still secure

Pass 21 May 2013 50,886 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 28 May 2012 47,103 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 43,069 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 38,515 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 32,640 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 25,637 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 VPU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 VPU, 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 VPU registered?

LV05 VPU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 18 April 2005.

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