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MM54 HBN

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

84,931 mi
Last recorded84,931 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM54 HBN
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 84,931 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2025 84,931 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2024 80,336 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2023 74,981 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 70,009 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2022 70,009 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure Bracket (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 65,398 miles

Offside Outer Driveshaft out gaiter, small leak

Pass 20 Nov 2020 61,331 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 58,077 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Nov 2018 52,270 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Nov 2018 52,270 miles

Nearside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2017 46,577 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 39,642 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 35,278 miles

Rear tyres perishing

oil level low, 1.5 litres added

rear exhaust heat shield rattling

Pass 20 Nov 2014 31,021 miles

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

rear tyres perrishing

Pass 21 Nov 2013 27,062 miles

Front tyres wearing on edges of tread

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

Tyres perished

Pass 22 Nov 2012 25,593 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2012 25,593 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 May 2011 22,840 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 21,093 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 21,093 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 17,311 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 13,478 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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MM54 HBN is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 MM54 HBN, 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 MM54 HBN registered?

MM54 HBN is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 20 January 2005.

Is MM54 HBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for MM54 HBN shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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