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AD53 SBX

2004 Citroen Xsara

Beige Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

96,097 mi
Last recorded96,097 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2023
Typical for 2004 Citroen Xsara74,411 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD53 SBX
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2004
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2023 96,097 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2022 89,253 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 88,050 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020
Pass 21 Feb 2019 81,314 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 79,572 miles

n/s front anti-link slight play

n/s rear shock damp

Pass 10 Feb 2017 77,166 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2017 77,166 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Feb 2016 72,336 miles

Front tyres nearing limit

nearside front anti-roll bar link dust cover deteriorating

Pass 17 Feb 2015 63,373 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 62,546 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 59,123 miles

advise wear lip front brake discs

Fail 17 Oct 2011 59,123 miles

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

advise wear lip front brake discs

Pass 28 Oct 2010 50,937 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2010 50,927 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Sep 2009 42,336 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 30,607 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Jan 2007 25,037 miles

rear wiper blade split

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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AD53 SBX is a 2004 Citroen Xsara in Beige with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2004 Citroen Xsara models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 74,411 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 AD53 SBX, 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 22 years old, this Citroen Xsara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AD53 SBX registered?

AD53 SBX is a 2004 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 January 2004.

Is AD53 SBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD53 SBX shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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