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MH05 EBN

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

99,871 mi
Last recorded99,871 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH05 EBN
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2017 99,871 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2017 99,869 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)

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

under tray insecure

Pass 10 Nov 2016 92,039 miles

Drag link end ball joint has slight play both fronts (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 2 Nov 2016 92,039 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded and offside outer sills (5.2.6)

Drag link end ball joint has slight play both fronts (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 Nov 2015 85,185 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2015 85,185 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported back box bracket. (7.1.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 77,467 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 6 Nov 2014 77,476 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Oct 2013 67,877 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 60,170 miles

rear seat belts not inspected because dog cage fitted in rear

Pass 9 Nov 2011 51,474 miles

no rear seats fitted

Pass 20 Nov 2010 43,762 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2010 40,977 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 40,977 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 36,050 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 29,950 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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MH05 EBN is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 MH05 EBN, 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 MH05 EBN registered?

MH05 EBN is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 4 March 2005.

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