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LX05 ORG

2005 Citroen Xsara

Beige Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

178,320 mi
Last recorded178,320 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX05 ORG
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2016 178,320 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at the rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on the legal limit and worn bald on both edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.0mm and worn bald on the inner edge (4.1.E.1)

centre exhaust mounting has broken off

eml is on

spare wheel is missing and the carrier is not secured correctly

Fail 10 Feb 2016 178,320 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at the rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on the legal limit and worn bald on both edges (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.0mm and worn bald on the inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

centre exhaust mounting has broken off

eml is on

spare wheel is missing and the carrier is not secured correctly

Pass 7 Nov 2014 163,006 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Fail 22 Nov 2013 147,931 miles

Brake fluid level low

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Eml light on

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

Pass 22 Nov 2013 147,931 miles

Brake fluid level low

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Eml light on

Fail 19 Nov 2012 135,459 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Nov 2012 135,459 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 15 Nov 2011 120,342 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 15 Nov 2011 120,342 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2010 101,015 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 81,054 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Nov 2008 57,253 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2007 37,131 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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LX05 ORG is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Beige with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LX05 ORG, 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 LX05 ORG registered?

LX05 ORG is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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