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AC03 BHZ

2003 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

132,565 mi
Last recorded132,565 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Citroen Xsara76,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC03 BHZ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2017 132,565 miles

Nearside Front Slightly worn on edges

Pass 23 Sep 2016 116,490 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2016 116,490 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 102,090 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 89,781 miles
Fail 7 May 2014 89,780 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 78,051 miles

Both front tyres deteriorating

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 19 Apr 2013 78,051 miles

Both front tyres deteriorating

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Jan 2012 64,984 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2012 64,701 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offide rear tyre outer sidewall cracking

Pass 16 Dec 2010 54,021 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 44,027 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 34,636 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 27,694 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 26,081 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 16,483 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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AC03 BHZ is a 2003 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Citroen Xsara models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 76,809 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 AC03 BHZ, 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 23 years old, this Citroen Xsara is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AC03 BHZ registered?

AC03 BHZ is a 2003 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 July 2003.

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