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N242 YWP

1996 Citroen Zx

White Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

81,162 mi
Last recorded81,162 miles
Recorded on9 May 2019
Typical for 1996 Citroen Zx101,447 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN242 YWP
MakeCitroen
ModelZx
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2019 81,162 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 May 2018 78,524 miles

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

parking brake efficiency only just met(19%

Pass 3 May 2017 74,994 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 72,143 miles

service brake efficiency only just met(52%

Pass 2 May 2015 68,904 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both front tyres wearing outer edges

Pass 3 Sep 2013 63,361 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 20 Jan 2012 62,680 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Jan 2012 62,680 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 61,845 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 60,489 miles

n/s headlamp glass cracked

Pass 14 Jan 2009 59,025 miles

n/s headlamp glass cracked

Pass 16 Jan 2008 56,394 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 54,172 miles

n/s headlight glass cracked

Pass 16 Jan 2006 50,981 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen Zx?

Based on 468,577 MOT tests across 82,336 vehicles.

63.3%
Pass Rate
5,315
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
82,336
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 31,666
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 29,097
parking brake recording little or no effort 19,976
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 19,618
Stop lamp not working 17,900
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N242 YWP is a 1996 Citroen Zx in White with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1996 Citroen Zx models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 101,447 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen Zx fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 31,666 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N242 YWP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Zx typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 30 years old, this Citroen Zx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N242 YWP registered?

N242 YWP is a 1996 Citroen Zx, first registered on 24 January 1996.

Is N242 YWP safe to buy?

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