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EX55 HTJ

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

97,301 mi
Last recorded97,301 miles
Recorded on17 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX55 HTJ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 May 2018 97,301 miles
Fail 17 May 2018 97,301 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) insecure amongst other lights in same cluster. (1.1.A.3a)

Pass 10 May 2017 85,572 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and perishing. (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 9 May 2017 85,572 miles

Central Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and perishing. (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Pass 3 May 2016 73,328 miles

Offside Rear tyre perishing.

Pass 13 May 2015 65,361 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

both outer sills damaged

rear exhaust mounting corroded

Pass 16 May 2014 61,652 miles

Both rear shock absorber lower bushes starting to perish

Exhaust back box corroded

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear tyre deteriorated

Pass 15 May 2013 56,346 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 18 May 2012 52,693 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 46,120 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 19 May 2010 40,580 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 40,258 miles

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

Fail 5 May 2010 40,258 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 11 Aug 2009 37,611 miles

rear wiper blade split

Pass 26 Aug 2008 32,300 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Spare tyre defective

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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EX55 HTJ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 EX55 HTJ, 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 EX55 HTJ registered?

EX55 HTJ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 10 October 2005.

Is EX55 HTJ safe to buy?

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