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HG05 GWY

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

83,192 mi
Last recorded83,192 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG05 GWY
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2019 83,192 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Jun 2019 83,185 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 77,978 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 72,859 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 69,194 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2015 61,907 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 53,415 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 46,263 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2012 38,170 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 31,949 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 25,399 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2009 21,510 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 20,513 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2008 20,256 miles

Nearside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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HG05 GWY is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 HG05 GWY, 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 HG05 GWY registered?

HG05 GWY is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is HG05 GWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG05 GWY shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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