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R617 VKJ

1997 Citroen Xsara

Green Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

92,064 mi
Last recorded92,064 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2014
Typical for 1997 Citroen Xsara88,539 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR617 VKJ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2014 92,064 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2013 80,523 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2013 78,095 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2011 69,364 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 6 Jan 2011 58,467 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2010 52,311 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2010 52,311 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 Nov 2008 47,458 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 44,353 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2006 40,739 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

indicator bulbs fading.o/s/f tyre low on tread.n/s/f tyre bald on outer edge.

Pass 21 Nov 2006 40,739 miles

indicator bulbs fading.o/s/f tyre low on tread.n/s/f tyre bald on outer edge.

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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R617 VKJ is a 1997 Citroen Xsara in Green with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R617 VKJ, 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 R617 VKJ registered?

R617 VKJ is a 1997 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 22 December 1997.

Is R617 VKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R617 VKJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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