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HG55 TPF

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

61,867 mi
Last recorded61,867 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG55 TPF
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 61,867 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2025 61,854 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2023 57,980 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened coil spring support cup (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake requirements only just met. parking brake requires service or repair

Fail 26 Apr 2023 57,980 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened coil spring support cup (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake requirements only just met. parking brake requires service or repair

Spare wheel carrier insecure (6.1.5 (a))

Pass 7 Feb 2022 57,418 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake requirements only just met. parking brake requires service or repair

Fail 7 Feb 2022 57,418 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake requirements only just met. parking brake requires service or repair

Pass 16 Feb 2021 56,273 miles

Exhaust back box corroded

Pass 29 Feb 2020 54,523 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Mar 2019 48,629 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Mar 2019 48,629 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 9 Feb 2018 43,584 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 8 Feb 2017 42,641 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 42,528 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 42,006 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 39,582 miles

replacement backbox mounting strap used

Pass 15 Oct 2012 32,928 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 28,978 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 17,545 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 15,663 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 13,063 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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HG55 TPF is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 HG55 TPF, 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 TPF registered?

HG55 TPF is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 16 December 2005.

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