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HJ05 NLN

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

115,103 mi
Last recorded115,103 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2021
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ05 NLN
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2021 115,103 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2021 115,097 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge advise replacement asap (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 110,720 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Sep 2020 110,720 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour gone white (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured going white (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 16 Apr 2019 103,617 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 96,255 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2018 96,254 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low Dip beam, unable to adjust (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 87,705 miles

Nearside Rear Inner tyre worn on edges and on limit

both front tyres worn on edges and on limit 1.6mm

Pass 5 Apr 2016 79,649 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 71,008 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 63,349 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Feb 2013 57,188 miles

rear exhaust silencer support bracket broken

side repeater lamps turning white

Pass 10 Feb 2012 50,085 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 42,961 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 35,949 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 29,500 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 22,322 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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HJ05 NLN is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 HJ05 NLN, 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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HJ05 NLN is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 5 March 2005.

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