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LX55 ZYC

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

102,883 mi
Last recorded102,883 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX55 ZYC
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2026 102,883 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2025 102,497 miles

Central Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 23 Oct 2025 102,497 miles

Central Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp aim too high both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2024 101,768 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2023 100,369 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2022 98,365 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 96,565 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2021 96,565 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2020 95,294 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 93,952 miles

Front Tyres stating to wear on outer edges

Pass 6 Sep 2018 91,123 miles

Rear exhaust bracket corroded

Pass 19 Sep 2017 88,566 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 78,796 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 60,087 miles

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

both front tyres edges wearing

Pass 13 Aug 2014 55,139 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 49,248 miles

Oil leak

Fail 7 Aug 2013 49,248 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Oil leak

o/s/r tyre starting to perish

Pass 9 Aug 2012 44,437 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2011 37,829 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2010 33,685 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Aug 2010 33,685 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 27,799 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 29 Aug 2008 19,654 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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LX55 ZYC is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey 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 LX55 ZYC, 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 LX55 ZYC registered?

LX55 ZYC is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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The MOT history for LX55 ZYC 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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