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HT05 EFF

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

63,040 mi
Last recorded63,040 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT05 EFF
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2017 63,040 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2017 63,027 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 May 2016 62,479 miles
Fail 21 May 2016 62,457 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 58,768 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 54,090 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 47,751 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 21 Jun 2012 46,639 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 37,501 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2011 37,495 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2010 32,822 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2010 32,799 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 27 Jun 2009 28,140 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 22,666 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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HT05 EFF is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 HT05 EFF, 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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What year was HT05 EFF registered?

HT05 EFF is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 28 June 2005.

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