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HG05 WZL

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

93,819 mi
Last recorded93,819 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG05 WZL
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2017 93,819 miles

Rear exhaust hanger broken

only just passed smoke test

Fail 17 Feb 2017 93,811 miles

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

Rear exhaust hanger broken

Pass 17 Feb 2016 89,046 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 85,770 miles

Rear exhaust hanger broken

Fail 16 Feb 2015 85,770 miles

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

Rear exhaust hanger broken

Fail 13 Feb 2014 82,229 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear sill slightly damaged

Pass 13 Feb 2014 82,229 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear sill slightly damaged

Pass 14 Feb 2013 75,961 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2013 75,927 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2012 65,031 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 55,255 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 44,307 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2010 44,307 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 20 Feb 2009 34,646 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 26,730 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 WZL is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc 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 HG05 WZL, 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 WZL registered?

HG05 WZL is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 24 June 2005.

Is HG05 WZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG05 WZL 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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