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OY05 HBL

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

79,099 mi
Last recorded79,099 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY05 HBL
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2019 79,099 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 78,851 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2018 78,851 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 78,682 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 78,378 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2015 76,066 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 17 Jul 2015 76,066 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 17 Jul 2014 72,685 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Rear seats not fitted at time of test

Standard fitment seat belt missing

Fail 17 Jul 2014 72,683 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Rear seats not fitted at time of test

Standard fitment seat belt missing

Pass 4 Mar 2013 65,243 miles

both front tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 28 Feb 2012 60,195 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 53,508 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 47,237 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Feb 2009 41,083 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 31,148 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2008 31,148 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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OY05 HBL is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OY05 HBL, 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 OY05 HBL registered?

OY05 HBL is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is OY05 HBL safe to buy?

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