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HW05 HXA

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

134,950 mi
Last recorded134,950 miles
Recorded on30 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW05 HXA
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 May 2018 134,950 miles
Fail 30 May 2018 134,949 miles

Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen both (4.1.2 (a))

Front Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jul 2017 121,336 miles

Engine management light is on and engine is running badly

Fail 14 Jul 2017 121,335 miles

Headlamps matched pair are not the same colour (1.7.6)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid wipers not tested as a result (8.2.3)

Engine management light is on and engine is running badly

Pass 20 Jul 2016 107,570 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2016 107,375 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 101,420 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 63,355 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 56,560 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 49,887 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 42,469 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 34,768 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Feb 2009 24,934 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 19,241 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2008 19,241 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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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HW05 HXA is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 HW05 HXA, 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 HW05 HXA registered?

HW05 HXA is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 18 March 2005.

Is HW05 HXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW05 HXA shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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