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R373 HKV

1997 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1761cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

193,606 mi
Last recorded193,606 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2012
Typical for 1997 Citroen Xsara88,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR373 HKV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,761cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2012 193,606 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 25 Nov 2011 187,074 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Feb 2011 179,101 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2011 179,101 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Feb 2010 172,518 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 164,015 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 155,739 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 148,544 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 132,014 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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R373 HKV is a 1997 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,761cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R373 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 R373 HKV registered?

R373 HKV is a 1997 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 25 September 1997.

Is R373 HKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R373 HKV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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