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HG55 HNE

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

50,667 mi
Last recorded50,667 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG55 HNE
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2018 50,667 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

brake fluid a little low

Fail 8 Nov 2018 50,667 miles

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

brake fluid a little low

Pass 31 Oct 2017 47,242 miles

Front discs and pads wearing thin

centre exhaust silencer corroded

engine management warning light displayed on the dash

Pass 10 Nov 2016 44,830 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 10 Nov 2016 44,830 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords between the tread (4.1.D.1a)

Power steering component(s) leaking power steering switch (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 8 Nov 2016 44,830 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords between the tread (4.1.D.1a)

Power steering component(s) leaking power steering switch (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Nov 2015 42,059 miles

Offside Rear tyre tread deteriorating

Pass 26 Nov 2014 39,102 miles

slight play to the nearside front lower ball joint

Pass 28 Nov 2013 35,668 miles

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

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

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

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

rear brakes squealing when brakes applied

Pass 28 Nov 2012 32,063 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2012 32,063 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

no dash lights

Pass 24 Nov 2011 27,962 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Nov 2010 23,587 miles

REAR BRAKE NOISE

Fail 26 Nov 2010 23,587 miles

REAR BRAKE NOISE

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Dec 2009 19,543 miles

N/S/F OUTER TYRE WALL POOR

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

Fail 1 Dec 2008 15,045 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Dec 2008 15,045 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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HG55 HNE is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 HG55 HNE, 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 HG55 HNE registered?

HG55 HNE is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 November 2005.

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