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LX05 ZGJ

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

79,238 mi
Last recorded79,238 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX05 ZGJ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2026 79,238 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2025 76,388 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 73,619 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2023 70,629 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 67,580 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 63,678 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 60,399 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2020 60,399 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2019 57,273 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 54,257 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2018 54,255 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Sep 2017 50,323 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2017 50,323 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 47,214 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2015 45,922 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2015 45,922 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 44,280 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 42,440 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 39,591 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 36,476 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 32,014 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2009 26,314 miles

Both front tyres getting low & wearing on edges.

Pass 28 Jul 2008 20,407 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 ZGJ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 LX05 ZGJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LX05 ZGJ registered?

LX05 ZGJ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 11 March 2005.

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The MOT history for LX05 ZGJ shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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