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LV55 SVF

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

158,155 mi
Last recorded158,155 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2020
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV55 SVF
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Fail 16 Sep 2020 158,155 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced driver's doorsill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine oil low

Pass 4 Sep 2019 154,473 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 148,550 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 143,109 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 135,661 miles

Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fuel Flap Missing

Nearside Front Upper coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre Worn On Outer Edge

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Exhaust Mounting Bracket Broken

Rear Wiper Arm & Blade Missing

Tow Bar Electrics Not Fitted To Vehicle

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' Two Chips In Zone A (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 21 Nov 2016 135,661 miles

Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fuel Flap Missing

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

Nearside Front Upper coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre Worn On Outer Edge

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Exhaust Mounting Bracket Broken

Rear Wiper Arm & Blade Missing

Tow Bar Electrics Not Fitted To Vehicle

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' Two Chips In Zone A (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 121,629 miles

Centre Exhaust Bracket Missing

EML On

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 29 Sep 2014 110,723 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 98,967 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 86,009 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 72,527 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 59,032 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 41,045 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 22,426 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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LV55 SVF is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LV55 SVF, 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 LV55 SVF registered?

LV55 SVF is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 29 September 2005.

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