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LA05 HHS

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2019
Tests21 (11 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate52.4%

Mileage

134,524 mi
Last recorded134,524 miles
Recorded on14 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA05 HHS
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 10 fail
Pass 14 May 2018 134,524 miles

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

eml light on

Fail 10 May 2018 134,470 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

eml light on

Pass 15 May 2017 126,533 miles
Fail 11 May 2017 126,441 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 0.79 (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 7.51% (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive 294ppm (7.3.D.3)

Pass 10 May 2016 118,571 miles

front screen wash works on rear switch

nearside front wiper blade slightly deteriorated

Fail 10 May 2016 118,571 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front screen wash works on rear switch

nearside front wiper blade slightly deteriorated

Pass 16 May 2015 109,472 miles

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

gear box oil seal leaking slightly

Fail 14 May 2015 109,470 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

gear box oil seal leaking slightly

Fail 18 Apr 2015 106,597 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

centre exhaust bracket corroded

engine management light on

Fail 16 Apr 2015 106,566 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

engine management light on

centre exhaust bracket corroded

Pass 15 Apr 2014 98,369 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

engine management light on

Fail 15 Apr 2014 98,369 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

engine management light on

Pass 20 Apr 2013 89,854 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2012 81,889 miles

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

Fail 20 Apr 2012 81,886 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 14 Apr 2011 77,065 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)

Fail 3 Jul 2010 70,769 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jul 2010 70,769 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2009 57,507 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Jul 2009 57,507 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 45,750 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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LA05 HHS is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.4%.

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 LA05 HHS, 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 LA05 HHS registered?

LA05 HHS is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 22 July 2005.

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