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N289 XRA

1996 Citroen Zx

Green Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2015
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

155,282 mi
Last recorded155,282 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2014
Typical for 1996 Citroen Zx101,447 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN289 XRA
MakeCitroen
ModelZx
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2014 155,282 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2014 155,274 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 7 Nov 2013 146,774 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 137,123 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 127,043 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 118,791 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 111,607 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Oct 2008 101,256 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2007 94,634 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Oct 2007 94,634 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 86,930 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2005 79,126 miles

front brakes 16% imbalanced

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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N289 XRA is a 1996 Citroen Zx in Green with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 N289 XRA, 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 N289 XRA registered?

N289 XRA is a 1996 Citroen Zx, first registered on 12 January 1996.

Is N289 XRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for N289 XRA shows 12 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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