MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
136,097 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
8mm free play at steering wheel, possible wear at column lower joint or between rack/pinion, advise to check/repair.
Unable to test brake pipes running over fuel tank.
Very slight noise from offside rear wheel bearing.
8mm free play at steering wheel, possible wear at column lower joint or between rack/pinion, advise to check/repair.
Unable to test brake pipes running over fuel tank.
Very slight noise from offside rear wheel bearing.
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
How Reliable is the Citroen Xsara?
Based on 5,047,330 MOT tests across 355,498 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R679 APW 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 63.6%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 R679 APW, 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 R679 APW registered?
R679 APW is a 1997 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 28 November 1997.
Is R679 APW safe to buy?
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