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NL55 LCF

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

140,586 mi
Last recorded140,586 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL55 LCF
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2017 140,586 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 136,651 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2015 131,345 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2015 131,344 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 119,647 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2013 105,871 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 105,871 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 96,427 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2011 88,855 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2011 88,855 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 74,747 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2010 74,706 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

rear exhaust bracket deteriating

Pass 26 Aug 2009 59,513 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2008 45,871 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2008 45,871 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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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NL55 LCF is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 NL55 LCF, 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 NL55 LCF registered?

NL55 LCF is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is NL55 LCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL55 LCF shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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