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R290 VDP

1997 Citroen Synergie

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

122,211 mi
Last recorded122,211 miles
Recorded on19 May 2016
Typical for 1997 Citroen Synergie125,724 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR290 VDP
MakeCitroen
ModelSynergie
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 May 2016 122,211 miles

some rear passenger seats not fitted at time of test

Fail 19 May 2016 122,211 miles

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

some rear passenger seats not fitted at time of test

Pass 2 May 2015 118,411 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2015 118,402 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

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

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 5 Mar 2014 116,171 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 4 Mar 2013 107,213 miles

(2.4G.2)The nearside front lower suspension ball joint dust cover is slightly deteriorated

(2.4G.2)The offside front lower suspension ball joint dust cover is slightly deteriorated

(3.6B.4d)The offside front brake hose is slightly deteriorated

(4.2A.1e)All road wheels have trims fitted

(6.2.2)The offside rear seat back rest pivot mechanism appears worn in operation and allows some movement fore/after the upright position when locked

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE OWNER/PRESENTER

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,selant compounds,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection.

Fail 4 Mar 2013 107,213 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

(2.2D.1)The steering mechanism is slightly rough in operation at each side on full lock, when examined at the road wheels

(2.4G.2)The nearside front lower suspension ball joint dust cover is slightly deteriorated

(2.4G.2)The offside front lower suspension ball joint dust cover is slightly deteriorated

(3.6B.4d)The offside front brake hose is slightly deteriorated

(4.2A.1e)All road wheels have trims fitted

(6.2.2)The offside rear seat back rest pivot mechanism appears worn in operation and allows some movement fore/after the upright position when locked

(7.1.2a)The centre exhaust silencer at the flange(s) are slightly leaking

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE OWNER/PRESENTER

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,selant compounds,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection.

Pass 2 Mar 2012 98,224 miles

(2.2B.1f)The nearside front steering rack track rod ball joint(s) are slightly worn

(2.2B.1f)The offside front steering rack track rod ball joint(s) are slightly worn

(2c)There is presence of oil indicating that a slight leak is present

(3.5.1i)The nearside front brake disc faces are worn

(3.5.1i)The offside front brake disc faces are worn

(3.7.2d)The front brake performance results record that the brakes are at their maximum out of balance requirementa for the test at 25%

(3.7.2e)The front brake performance results record that the brakes are at their maximum out of balance requirementa for the test at 24%

(4.2A.1)All road wheels have trims fitted

(6.2A.2)The nearside rear most passenger's seat back rest mechanism appears to be in a worn condition,where some movement is present fore and after the upright position,although at the time of examination the backrest will remain upright and secured.

(7.1.2)The centre exhaust silencer has a slight leak

(8.3.1c)The nearside windscreen wiper arm pivot is slightly worn

INTRODUCTION TO THE MOT SCHEME

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE OWNER/PRESENTER

SECTION - 2 - STEERING (INCLUDING SUSPENSION)

SECTION - 3 - BRAKES

SECTION - 4 - TYRES AND ROAD WHEELS

SECTION - 6 - BODY,STRUCTURE AND GENERAL ITEMS

SECTION - 7 - EXHAUST,FUEL AND EMISSIONS

SECTION - 8 - DRIVERS VIEW OF THE ROAD

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

The following item(s) having been examined in accordance with the above regulations have been found to be in a deteriorated/worn condition,

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection.

if continued use on the public roads are to be considered,the vehicle owner should have any necessary repairs carried out.

Pass 2 Mar 2011 89,775 miles

(1.4A.2d)The nearside rear indicator colour is slightly discoloured

(1.4A.2d)The offside rear indicator colour is slightly discoloured

(2.2A.1b)The steering mechanism when rocked side to side has free play/wear present less than 013mm,see also VT32(2.2B.1f)

(2.2B.1f)The nearside front steering track rod ball joint has slight free play/wear present

(2.2B.1f)The offside front steering rack to track rod ball joint/bearing is slightly worn

(2.2B.1f)The offside front steering track rod ball joint dust cover is split

(3.5.1h)The offside front brake disc inner face is pitted/worn

(4.1D.1b)The offside front tyre inner shoulder is worn close to the legal limit

(4.2A.1)All road wheels except the nearside rear have trims fitted

(5.1.1)The offside centre rear outer seat has a child seat fitted,which is preventing a full inspection of the adult harness fitted

(8.2.3)The nearside windscreen washer(s) provide no liquid to clear the swept area in conjunction with the wiper blade

SECTION - 1 - LIGHTING AND SIGNALLING EQUIPMENT

SECTION - 2 - STEERING (INCLUDING SUSPENSION)

SECTION - 3 - BRAKES

SECTION - 4 - TYRES AND ROAD WHEELS

SECTION - 5 - SEAT BELTS

SECTION - 8 - DRIVERS VIEW OF THE ROAD

Fail 28 Feb 2011 89,775 miles

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

(1.4A.2d)The nearside rear indicator colour is slightly discoloured

(1.4A.2d)The offside rear indicator colour is slightly discoloured

(2.2A.1b)The steering mechanism when rocked side to side has free play/wear present less than 013mm,see also VT32(2.2B.1f)

(2.2B.1f)The nearside front steering track rod ball joint has slight free play/wear present

(2.2B.1f)The offside front steering rack to track rod ball joint/bearing is slightly worn

(2.2B.1f)The offside front steering track rod ball joint dust cover is split

(3.5.1h)The offside front brake disc inner face is pitted/worn

(3.7.2e)The rear service brakes during their reducing mode are at 23%,it appears they are ready for service/repairs

(4.1D.1b)The offside front tyre inner shoulder is worn close to the legal limit

(4.2A.1)All road wheels except the nearside rear have trims fitted

(5.1.1)The offside centre rear outer seat has a child seat fitted,which is preventing a full inspection of the adult harness fitted

(8.2.3)The nearside windscreen washer(s) provide no liquid to clear the swept area in conjunction with the wiper blade

SECTION - 1 - LIGHTING AND SIGNALLING EQUIPMENT

SECTION - 2 - STEERING (INCLUDING SUSPENSION)

SECTION - 3 - BRAKES

SECTION - 4 - TYRES AND ROAD WHEELS

SECTION - 5 - SEAT BELTS

SECTION - 8 - DRIVERS VIEW OF THE ROAD

Pass 24 Feb 2010 80,546 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2010 80,455 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

o/s wiper arm has movement in it

oil level low

rear wiper split and washer jet inop

Pass 4 Mar 2009 74,869 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2008 72,807 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 70,140 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 66,877 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen Synergie?

Based on 95,717 MOT tests across 8,803 vehicles.

66.3%
Pass Rate
7,824
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
8,803
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,600
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,755
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 3,666
position lamp(s) not working 3,508
Stop lamp not working 3,163
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R290 VDP is a 1997 Citroen Synergie in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1997 Citroen Synergie models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 125,724 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen Synergie fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 5,600 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R290 VDP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Synergie typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Citroen Synergie is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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R290 VDP is a 1997 Citroen Synergie, first registered on 2 October 1997.

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