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MK05 LBU

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

32,935 mi
Last recorded32,935 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2023
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK05 LBU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2023 32,935 miles

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

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 21 Jul 2023 32,856 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage likely to become detached in the event of a collision (7.1.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2022 28,863 miles

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

all mechancial components has slight surface rust

Pass 9 Aug 2021 27,093 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 9 Aug 2021 27,093 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 10 Jul 2020 24,677 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Jul 2020 24,677 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2019 20,734 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2018 17,481 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 14,349 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 13,727 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 13,089 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 12,365 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 11,552 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nearside front tyre slightly cracking

nearside rear tyre and offside rear tyre badly cracking but not to cord

Pass 26 Jan 2012 10,852 miles

rear wiper blade split and smearing

Pass 26 Jan 2011 10,091 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 9,371 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 8,440 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2009 8,440 miles

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

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

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

Power steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Pass 11 Feb 2008 7,127 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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MK05 LBU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MK05 LBU, 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 MK05 LBU registered?

MK05 LBU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 24 March 2005.

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