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N159 WNB

1995 Citroen Xantia

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2009
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

154,340 mi
Last recorded154,340 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2009
Typical for 1995 Citroen Xantia117,539 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN159 WNB
MakeCitroen
ModelXantia
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Fail 27 Jan 2009 154,340 miles

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

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

n/s/f wiper blade poor condition

Pass 12 Mar 2008 151,619 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2008 151,619 miles

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

Front Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Blades (Poor Condition)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Feb 2007 147,635 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2007 147,631 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Outer Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Oil leak

slight brake bind on offside front

Pass 18 Feb 2006 143,826 miles

offside rear suspension poor operation [ restricted movement ]

Fail 18 Feb 2006 143,826 miles

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

offside rear suspension poor operation [ restricted movement ]

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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N159 WNB is a 1995 Citroen Xantia in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

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 N159 WNB, 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.

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What year was N159 WNB registered?

N159 WNB is a 1995 Citroen Xantia, first registered on 5 October 1995.

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