CarVerify

Free Car Check

HJ05 UET

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1997cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

92,376 mi
Last recorded92,376 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2020
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Citroen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ05 UET
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2020 92,376 miles

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

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play in radius arm bearing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear axle beam / components are corroded, not seriously weakened

Fail 22 Jan 2020 92,359 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play in radius arm bearing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear axle beam / components are corroded, not seriously weakened

Pass 16 Jan 2019 90,587 miles

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Fail 14 Jan 2019 90,586 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 1 Mar 2018 87,971 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

under trays fitted obscuring some items from view

Pass 9 Mar 2017 84,802 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2017 84,802 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 80,673 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 75,985 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 71,615 miles

engine cover loose

exhaust rear silncer mounting band broken

front wiper blade condition

Pass 12 Mar 2013 67,905 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 59,833 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 49,884 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 40,431 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 31,157 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2009 31,157 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 17 Mar 2008 22,605 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
Full Citroen Xsara reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

HJ05 UET is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 UET, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HJ05 UET?

You can check the full history of HJ05 UET by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HJ05 UET registered?

HJ05 UET is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 17 March 2005.

Is HJ05 UET safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJ05 UET shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HJ05 UET have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on HJ05 UET. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.