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R138 XTW

1997 Citroen C25

White Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

112,894 mi
Last recorded112,894 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR138 XTW
MakeCitroen
ModelC25
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2011 112,894 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 104,525 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 97,691 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2009 97,691 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

w/screen has a chip

Pass 22 Sep 2008 90,886 miles

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2007 82,948 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2006 74,681 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2005 68,190 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen C25?

Based on 11,077 MOT tests across 1,112 vehicles.

63.8%
Pass Rate
1,586
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 875
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 682
Brake pipe excessively corroded 594
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 504
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 447
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R138 XTW is a 1997 Citroen C25 in White with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

The most common reason a Citroen C25 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 875 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R138 XTW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C25 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this Citroen C25 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R138 XTW registered?

R138 XTW is a 1997 Citroen C25, first registered on 26 September 1997.

Is R138 XTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R138 XTW shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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