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HN55 UBS

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2025
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

166,681 mi
Last recorded166,681 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2024
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN55 UBS
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2024 166,681 miles

N/s front fog light lens is missing but lamp still works.

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear discs are in a poor condition. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear silencer bracket is deteriorated but the exhaust is still secure.

Fail 24 Jan 2024 166,681 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Outer joint gaiter not attached. (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill panel is corroded and holed. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill panel is rusty and holed. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Discoloured. (0.1 (d))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

N/s front fog light lens is missing but lamp still works.

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge is on 2mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear discs are in a poor condition. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres are perished. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear silencer bracket is deteriorated but the exhaust is still secure.

Pass 11 Nov 2022 158,855 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 11 Nov 2022 158,855 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 154,489 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2021 154,489 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2020 150,817 miles

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

Fail 2 Dec 2020 150,817 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2019 146,397 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 140,923 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 137,553 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 131,819 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 126,787 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 118,966 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 112,325 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 99,654 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 88,049 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 71,150 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 57,399 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 42,128 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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HN55 UBS is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,560cc 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 HN55 UBS, 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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HN55 UBS is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 14 November 2005.

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