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LY54 DXW

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

60,784 mi
Last recorded60,784 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2021
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY54 DXW
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2021 60,784 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2019 57,941 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2018 52,901 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2017 46,338 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 13 Nov 2017 46,328 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Aug 2016 35,990 miles

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

Fail 11 Aug 2016 35,990 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 27,380 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 May 2014 19,224 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 11 Apr 2013 15,859 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 15,005 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 13,312 miles

nearside rear sill damaged

Pass 20 Apr 2010 11,146 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 7,931 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 5,903 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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LY54 DXW is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 LY54 DXW, 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 LY54 DXW registered?

LY54 DXW is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 24 January 2005.

Is LY54 DXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY54 DXW shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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