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LY55 HDX

2005 Citroen Xsara

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

190,543 mi
Last recorded190,543 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2021
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY55 HDX
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2021 190,543 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2020 183,541 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rears (1.1.11 (c))

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly damaged all (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Aug 2020 183,541 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rears (1.1.11 (c))

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly damaged all (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 176,044 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 164,916 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 153,588 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 141,587 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2016 141,587 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 130,425 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear wiper blade u/s

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 24 Aug 2015 130,425 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear wiper blade u/s

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 120,285 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 104,161 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 86,823 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 66,862 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 47,241 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 27,037 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2008 22,394 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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LY55 HDX is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 LY55 HDX, 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 LY55 HDX registered?

LY55 HDX is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 15 December 2005.

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