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HY05 VDP

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

99,056 mi
Last recorded99,056 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2015
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY05 VDP
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2015 99,056 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 88,600 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2014 88,600 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Sep 2013 77,722 miles

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

Fail 16 Sep 2013 77,722 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2012 69,917 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2012 69,917 miles

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 15 Oct 2011 61,082 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 50,138 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 48,753 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2009 41,086 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 34,569 miles

both front tyres worn to 2mm on edges

Fail 11 Jan 2008 34,569 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

both front tyres worn to 2mm on edges

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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HY05 VDP is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 HY05 VDP, 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 HY05 VDP registered?

HY05 VDP is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 3 March 2005.

Is HY05 VDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY05 VDP shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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