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Citroën Xsara

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 1,997 cc

LB05 EAMMOT history

LB05 EAM is a silver diesel Citroën Xsara first used on 29 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 14 Sept 2025 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 109,532 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Sept 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Sept 2025
Mileage
109,532 mi
At MOT on 12 Sept 2024
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,701 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 EAM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
Xsara
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
12 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 EAM was last recorded at 109,532 miles on 12 Sept 2024, 11,540 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Sept 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Mar 2012: 43,900 miles, lower than 55,715 miles on 24 Mar 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
97,992 miles · 7 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
11,540 miles
Average per year
5,701 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 109,532 miles
  • 2023 – 97,992 miles
  • 2022 – 90,142 miles
  • 2021 – 87,556 miles
  • 2020 – 84,535 miles
  • 2019 – 83,491 miles
  • 2018 – 83,259 miles
  • 2017 – 81,499 miles
  • 2016 – 80,721 miles
  • 2015 – 80,035 miles
  • 2014 – 77,213 miles
  • 2013 – 65,710 miles
  • 2012 – 43,900 miles
  • 2011 – 43,900 miles
  • 2010 – 33,266 miles
  • 2009 – 24,233 miles
  • 2008 – 16,518 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,532 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

28 tests since 20 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,532 miles (+11,540)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    109,532 miles
    Test number
    133056052506
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass97,992 miles (+22)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    97,992 miles
    Test number
    910094085767
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail97,970 miles (+7,828)2 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,970 miles
    Test number
    984613915075
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass90,142 miles (+2,586)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    90,142 miles
    Test number
    862088912042
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL 4 TYRES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded

  5. Pass87,556 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    87,556 miles
    Test number
    798249926833
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail87,555 miles (+3,020)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,555 miles
    Test number
    307270491799
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass84,535 miles (+1,044)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    84,535 miles
    Test number
    766945238079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass83,491 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    83,491 miles
    Test number
    439276316399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail83,489 miles (+230)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,489 miles
    Test number
    802654270451
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass83,259 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    83,259 miles
    Test number
    293491614100
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail83,257 miles (+1,758)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,257 miles
    Test number
    488669526026
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorFuel hose leaking fuel cooler (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass81,499 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    81,499 miles
    Test number
    985625732041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail81,499 miles (+778)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,499 miles
    Test number
    190645762682
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass80,721 miles (+686)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    80,721 miles
    Test number
    985860780702
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre wearing inner tread wearing

  15. Pass80,035 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    80,035 miles
    Test number
    111449844284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail80,025 miles (+2,812)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,025 miles
    Test number
    763729992482
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureSide repeater incorrect colour both (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)

  17. Pass77,213 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    77,213 miles
    Test number
    355009394028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail77,213 miles (+11,503)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,213 miles
    Test number
    697238894046
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass65,710 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    65,710 miles
    Test number
    169537273058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail65,710 miles (+21,810)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,710 miles
    Test number
    135867273440
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  21. Pass43,900 miles (-11,815)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    43,900 miles
    Test number
    895536582096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail55,715 miles (+11,815)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,715 miles
    Test number
    828654682012
    • FailureNearside Front Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • NoteSlight play driver seat

  23. Pass43,900 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    43,900 miles
    Test number
    695379501137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail43,900 miles (+10,634)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,900 miles
    Test number
    107109401180
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  25. Pass33,266 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2011
    Odometer
    33,266 miles
    Test number
    954622230186
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear wiper split

  26. FailMileage not read3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    592231630193
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNSR tyre starting to wear on sidewall
    • NoteRear wiper split

  27. Pass24,233 miles (+7,715)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2010
    Odometer
    24,233 miles
    Test number
    722132049158
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges

  28. Pass16,518 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2009
    Odometer
    16,518 miles
    Test number
    960441248187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 EAM

Does LB05 EAM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 EAM expired on 14 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 EAM?
The MOT on LB05 EAM expired on 14 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 EAM done?
LB05 EAM was recorded at 109,532 miles at its MOT on 12 Sept 2024, an average of 5,701 miles a year.
Has LB05 EAM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 EAM has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LB05 EAM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Mar 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB05 EAM find?
LB05 EAM passed its latest MOT on 12 Sept 2024 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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