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HN55 UEH

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2022
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

115,155 mi
Last recorded115,155 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2022
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN55 UEH
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Fail 24 Jan 2022 115,155 miles

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

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outersill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Front tyres scrubbed out on inner edges

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

headlight lenses frosting

poor headlight beam images

Pass 28 Jan 2021 111,539 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2021 111,532 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt GREASE CONTAMINATION (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 24 Dec 2019 107,697 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 23 Dec 2019 107,697 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has an unsafe modification fitted incorrectly causing spring to foul on bodywork on lock (5.3.3 (c) (i))

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

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 28 Dec 2018 94,727 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear axle corroded

Fail 28 Dec 2018 94,727 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear axle corroded

Pass 29 Dec 2017 96,059 miles

Dampness around steering rack

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Tyre has age related cracks over ten years old

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear axle corroded

Fail 29 Dec 2017 96,059 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Dampness around steering rack

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Tyre has age related cracks over ten years old

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear axle corroded

Pass 24 Dec 2016 92,693 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre rear joint (7.1.2)

Exhaust system corroded

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 30 Dec 2015 84,115 miles

Exhaust in poor condition

Fail 30 Dec 2015 84,115 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Join (7.1.2)

Exhaust in poor condition

Pass 8 Dec 2014 70,863 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 64,736 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 56,061 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 14 Nov 2012 56,061 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 16 Nov 2011 47,332 miles

Lower suspension arm rear most bushes deteriorating but not resulting in excessive movement

N/s/r tyre beginning to perish

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

Pass 16 Nov 2011 47,332 miles

Lower suspension arm rear most bushes deteriorating but not resulting in excessive movement

N/s/r tyre beginning to perish

Pass 11 Nov 2010 38,267 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 29,977 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 20,751 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2008 20,751 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (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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HN55 UEH is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UEH, 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 UEH is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 23 November 2005.

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