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LV55 UXG

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

126,170 mi
Last recorded126,170 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2020
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV55 UXG
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Fail 30 Jan 2020 126,170 miles

Exhaust fumes entering cabin leak at flexi (6.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear light cluster broken

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

both cills have holes due to corrosion but not in specified areas

drivers seat base has some play

Pass 16 Feb 2019 118,941 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Rack (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 15 Feb 2019 118,919 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure On face (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure On face (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 22 Jan 2018 109,663 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 102,741 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2017 102,741 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2016 93,734 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 84,848 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 74,215 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 61,919 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 49,849 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 39,970 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 28,102 miles

n/s/f tyre low on outer edge

Pass 8 Jan 2009 17,425 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 16,318 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 UXG is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 UXG, 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 UXG registered?

LV55 UXG is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 16 November 2005.

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