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HX05 XFN

2005 Citroen C5

Silver Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

129,663 mi
Last recorded129,663 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen C579,355 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX05 XFN
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2016 129,663 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 113,480 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Feb 2014 94,232 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2014 94,232 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2013 75,983 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 60,210 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2012 60,210 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 44,410 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 36,367 miles

Both front wipers blades split.

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 11 Mar 2010 36,367 miles

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

Both front wipers blades split.

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Mar 2009 28,809 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Mar 2008 21,625 miles

unable to inspect outer sills - plastic covers fitted

Fail 18 Mar 2008 21,623 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

unable to inspect outer sills - plastic covers fitted

How Reliable is the Citroen C5?

Based on 931,868 MOT tests across 82,427 vehicles.

72.0%
Pass Rate
7,739
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
82,427
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 42,736
position lamp(s) not working 29,340
Registration plate lamp not working 24,921
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16,481
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 15,920
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HX05 XFN is a 2005 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2005 Citroen C5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 79,355 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 C5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 42,736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HX05 XFN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C5 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 21 years old, this Citroen C5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HX05 XFN registered?

HX05 XFN is a 2005 Citroen C5, first registered on 26 March 2005.

Is HX05 XFN safe to buy?

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