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MK05 LVO

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

120,325 mi
Last recorded120,325 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2023
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK05 LVO
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2023 120,325 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 115,135 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2021 109,745 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 103,569 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 99,125 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 96,559 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 93,316 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 90,093 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 84,341 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 77,552 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 69,311 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 27,275 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2011 51,992 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 51,992 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 42,732 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 33,063 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Feb 2008 22,466 miles

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

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 LVO is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 LVO, 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 LVO registered?

MK05 LVO is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is MK05 LVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK05 LVO shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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