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HG05 HHP

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

32,874 mi
Last recorded32,874 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG05 HHP
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 32,874 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Jul 2026 32,874 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2025 21,895 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front tyre 20yrs old

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

Nearside Rear tyre 20yrs old

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

Offside Front tyre 20yrs old

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

Offside Rear tyre 20yrs old

Pass 28 Feb 2024 21,619 miles

corroded exhaust

rear axle corroded

Fail 28 Feb 2024 21,619 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

corroded exhaust

rear axle corroded

Pass 2 Mar 2023 21,108 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 20,574 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 19,987 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre over 15 years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre over 15 years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre over 15 years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre over 15 years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Mar 2020 19,169 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 18,194 miles

CAR DUE SERVICE

Fail 28 Feb 2019 18,194 miles

Headlamp aim too low BOTH (4.1.2 (a))

CAR DUE SERVICE

Pass 26 Feb 2018 17,054 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 16,405 miles

covers fitted

Pass 3 Mar 2016 14,882 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 13,929 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 12,867 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 11,593 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 10,205 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 9,131 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 8,063 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 6,628 miles

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 HHP is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 HHP, 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 HHP registered?

HG05 HHP is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 7 May 2005.

Is HG05 HHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG05 HHP shows 21 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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