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N657 ESP

1996 Citroen Zx

Green Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

155,627 mi
Last recorded155,627 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2007
Typical for 1996 Citroen Zx101,447 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN657 ESP
MakeCitroen
ModelZx
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 4 Jul 2007 155,627 miles

Brake valve leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

both rear sills damaged

note that unable to check rear wheel bearings thoroughly due to binding brakes

offside rear light slightly damaged

slight play in steering mechanism

Pass 9 Jun 2006 150,929 miles

advise new bottom rear wishbone bushes fitted to o/s n/s front

advise new brake flexi hoses fitted to o/s n/s front

advise new tyres fitted to o/s n/s front

advise slight corrosion to o/s n/s front brake discs

advise unable to properly inspect rear brake pipes due to heavy coating of grease

Fail 31 May 2006 150,911 miles

Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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N657 ESP is a 1996 Citroen Zx in Green with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N657 ESP, 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.

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What year was N657 ESP registered?

N657 ESP is a 1996 Citroen Zx, first registered on 30 April 1996.

Is N657 ESP safe to buy?

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