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LV55 YBZ

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

49,398 mi
Last recorded49,398 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV55 YBZ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2017 49,398 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Fail 15 Nov 2017 49,398 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 11 Nov 2016 44,591 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 40,066 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 36,902 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 33,135 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2012 29,314 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Nov 2012 29,314 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 25,053 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 20,733 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 16,843 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 10 Nov 2008 12,841 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Nov 2008 12,841 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 YBZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LV55 YBZ, 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 YBZ registered?

LV55 YBZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 15 November 2005.

Is LV55 YBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV55 YBZ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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