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P276 CMO

1996 Citroen Zx

Green Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

80,128 mi
Last recorded80,128 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2018
Typical for 1996 Citroen Zx101,447 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP276 CMO
MakeCitroen
ModelZx
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2018 80,128 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear tyre losing shape

Oil leak ()

Pass 19 Jan 2017 78,674 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak ()

offside rear tyre pressure low

Fail 18 Jan 2017 78,670 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

offside rear tyre pressure low

Pass 29 Jan 2016 77,149 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

oil leak from engine

Fail 29 Jan 2016 77,149 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

oil leak from engine

Pass 15 Jan 2015 75,459 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 22 Jan 2014 73,790 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

corrosion on fuel tank straps

nearside front tyre perished

Pass 1 Feb 2013 72,106 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Imbalance on rear brake performance

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 27 Jan 2012 70,529 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 68,810 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 66,760 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Jan 2009 66,003 miles

Deep cracks in nearside rear tyre. I'd recommend this tyre is replaced

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside parking brake outer sleeve broken

Pass 31 Jan 2008 64,956 miles

Both rear tyres perishing

Pass 29 Jan 2007 63,446 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2007 63,446 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (1.3.2e)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front brake pads wearing low

Pass 16 Jan 2006 62,016 miles

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

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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P276 CMO is a 1996 Citroen Zx in Green with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 P276 CMO, 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 P276 CMO registered?

P276 CMO is a 1996 Citroen Zx, first registered on 17 August 1996.

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