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LY55 MXK

2005 Citroen Xsara

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

225,193 mi
Last recorded225,193 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2015
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY55 MXK
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2015 225,193 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 6 Dec 2014 193,723 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2014 193,723 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 7 Dec 2013 162,690 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2012 134,163 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2012 133,759 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2011 98,867 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 65,012 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 34,278 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2009 34,271 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Fail 13 Dec 2008 18,330 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Dec 2008 18,330 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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LY55 MXK is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 LY55 MXK, 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 LY55 MXK registered?

LY55 MXK is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 29 December 2005.

Is LY55 MXK safe to buy?

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