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HW55 FDY

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2023
Tests16 (8 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

143,636 mi
Last recorded143,636 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2022
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW55 FDY
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 8 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2022 143,636 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2022 243,426 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 230,622 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2019 230,599 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 222,975 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2018 222,781 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 131,273 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2015 131,270 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a)

Pass 4 Sep 2013 123,058 miles

all hub covers loose

front brake discs worn /lipped

n/s front tyre wering low outer edge and cut in tread

o/s front tyre worn outer edge

rear wiper split

spare wheel absent

Fail 3 Sep 2013 123,058 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Spare wheel carrier insecure (6.4.2)

all hub covers loose

e/ oil low

front brake discs worn /lipped

n/s front tyre wering low outer edge and cut in tread

o/s front tyre worn outer edge

rear wiper split

spare wheel absent

Pass 2 Mar 2012 107,263 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both wipers split

Fail 2 Mar 2012 107,263 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both wipers split

Pass 28 Feb 2011 95,830 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2011 95,830 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 73,288 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2009 73,288 miles

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

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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HW55 FDY is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 HW55 FDY, 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 HW55 FDY registered?

HW55 FDY is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 3 September 2005.

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