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R560 EAC

1997 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

77,883 mi
Last recorded77,883 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2011
Typical for 1997 Citroen Xsara88,539 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR560 EAC
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2011 77,883 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 700,882 miles

slight discsrusty

Pass 15 Sep 2008 68,429 miles

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

boot area checked from inside

Pass 12 Sep 2007 57,967 miles

front brake pads getting low

Pass 14 Jul 2006 51,797 miles

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

oil leak

Fail 13 Jul 2006 51,797 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

oil leak

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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R560 EAC is a 1997 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R560 EAC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R560 EAC?

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What year was R560 EAC registered?

R560 EAC is a 1997 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 15 December 1997.

Is R560 EAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R560 EAC shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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