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M868 XSX

1995 Citroen Xantia

Red Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2015
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

137,809 mi
Last recorded137,809 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2014
Typical for 1995 Citroen Xantia117,539 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM868 XSX
MakeCitroen
ModelXantia
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2014 137,809 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2014 137,795 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 4 Feb 2013 132,799 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2013 132,799 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2012 125,681 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 119,443 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 115,464 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2010 115,464 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 16 Feb 2009 114,650 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2009 114,650 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 13 Feb 2008 114,001 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Feb 2008 114,001 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 113,217 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2007 113,217 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Jan 2006 111,925 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2006 111,925 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Citroen Xantia?

Based on 477,392 MOT tests across 86,229 vehicles.

67.5%
Pass Rate
6,551
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
86,229
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,863
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 18,855
Fluid suspension has no suspension movement 15,859
Stop lamp not working 15,639
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 15,605
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M868 XSX is a 1995 Citroen Xantia in Red with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

Across all 1995 Citroen Xantia models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 117,539 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Citroen Xantia fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,863 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M868 XSX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Xantia typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 31 years old, this Citroen Xantia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M868 XSX?

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What year was M868 XSX registered?

M868 XSX is a 1995 Citroen Xantia, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M868 XSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for M868 XSX shows 16 tests with a 56.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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