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OY05 HCA

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

111,005 mi
Last recorded111,005 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY05 HCA
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2019 111,005 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slight damage (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2018 105,719 miles

rear tyres starting to crack

Pass 24 Mar 2017 99,876 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 93,579 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 87,646 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 81,490 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 74,721 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 69,177 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 62,309 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 53,430 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 44,906 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 35,325 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2008 35,325 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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 HCA is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 OY05 HCA, 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 HCA registered?

OY05 HCA is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 10 March 2005.

Is OY05 HCA safe to buy?

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