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HV55 WMU

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

98,799 mi
Last recorded98,799 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV55 WMU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 98,799 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box joint very corroded and holed (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Lower bush perished/splitting (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 2mm and very perished / cuts to tread (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Lower bush perished/splitting (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Very perished in tread grooves (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

Small stone chips to windscreen , not affecting drivers view

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Rear axle beam becoming very corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2024 89,145 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Dec 2023 86,264 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 82,475 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2021 78,227 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2020 72,569 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake back plate damp

Fail 25 Nov 2020 72,569 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake back plate damp

Oil low

Pass 5 Nov 2019 64,586 miles

Nearside front tyre worn on edge

Fail 5 Nov 2019 64,586 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside front tyre worn on edge

Pass 27 Oct 2018 53,441 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 40,935 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2017 40,900 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour NSR and OSR (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Tyre has ply or cords exposed Both rear tyres badly perished and split - bracing exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Oct 2016 39,282 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2016 39,282 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 14 Oct 2015 37,932 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2015 37,932 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Oct 2014 32,976 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 29,621 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 26,298 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 23,540 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 21,986 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 20,076 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 18,546 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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HV55 WMU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 HV55 WMU, 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

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What year was HV55 WMU registered?

HV55 WMU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is HV55 WMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV55 WMU shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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