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R49 EVC

1997 Citroen Xsara

Green Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

84,900 mi
Last recorded84,900 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2013
Typical for 1997 Citroen Xsara88,539 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR49 EVC
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2013 84,900 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 20 Nov 2012 83,233 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 21 Nov 2011 79,977 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 75,555 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 71,117 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 67,357 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 64,244 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2007 64,244 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Nov 2006 61,807 miles

exhaust rear section corroding

front brake discs worn

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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R49 EVC is a 1997 Citroen Xsara in Green with a 1,905cc diesel 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 R49 EVC, 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 R49 EVC registered?

R49 EVC is a 1997 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 17 October 1997.

Is R49 EVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R49 EVC 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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