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HN05 HDC

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

117,153 mi
Last recorded117,153 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN05 HDC
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2019 117,153 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

engine oil filler cap is missing allowing crankcase fumes to escape into engine bay.

nearside front sill has excessive corrosion just outside of the nearside front seat mounting prescribed area.

plastic engine cover is insecure.

Fail 19 Feb 2019 117,132 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

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

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

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

engine oil filler cap is missing allowing crankcase fumes to escape into engine bay.

nearside front sill has excessive corrosion just outside of the nearside front seat mounting prescribed area.

plastic engine cover is insecure.

Pass 23 Feb 2018 102,342 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 96,139 miles

engine bay covers fitted

Fail 28 Feb 2017 96,139 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

engine bay covers fitted

Pass 3 Mar 2016 91,024 miles

engine covers fitted

Pass 5 Mar 2015 84,168 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 77,582 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Fail 6 Mar 2014 77,582 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 24 Jan 2013 69,661 miles

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

Fail 21 Feb 2012 62,907 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 62,907 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 53,338 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 42,002 miles

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

os and ns front tyres wearing bon inner edges

Pass 25 Mar 2009 33,858 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 25,160 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 25,160 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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HN05 HDC 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 70.6%.

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 HN05 HDC, 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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HN05 HDC is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 8 April 2005.

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