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R326 HKV

1997 Citroen Xsara

Green Petrol 1761cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

134,443 mi
Last recorded134,443 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2011
Typical for 1997 Citroen Xsara88,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR326 HKV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,761cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2011 134,443 miles

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

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

both front tyres wearing low on inner and outer edges

both rear tyres perishing

centre stop lamp not working

front (inner faces) and rear brake discs very badly pitted, advise replacing

n/s wiper split but still clearing screan at this time

rear brake pads low

Pass 7 May 2010 126,701 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 120,280 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 109,452 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2008 109,444 miles

Offside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Feb 2007 93,668 miles

rear brake pads wearing thin

Pass 1 Feb 2006 83,556 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen Xsara?

Based on 5,047,330 MOT tests across 355,498 vehicles.

69.1%
Pass Rate
7,021
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
355,498
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 242,573
Registration plate lamp not working 140,363
Stop lamp not working 132,977
position lamp(s) not working 129,143
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 102,720
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R326 HKV is a 1997 Citroen Xsara in Green with a 1,761cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Citroen Xsara models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 88,539 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen Xsara fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 242,573 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R326 HKV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Xsara typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 29 years old, this Citroen Xsara is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R326 HKV registered?

R326 HKV is a 1997 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 25 September 1997.

Is R326 HKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R326 HKV shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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