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R960 CEG

1997 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1761cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

41,451 mi
Last recorded41,451 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2015
Typical for 1997 Citroen Xsara88,539 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR960 CEG
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,761cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2015 41,451 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 22 Sep 2015 41,451 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 13 Nov 2014 27,853 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

high level stop light inoperative

Pass 13 Nov 2014 27,853 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

high level stop light inoperative

Pass 19 Nov 2013 27,433 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 26,966 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear nearside brake binding slightly rear tyres cracking

registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Nov 2011 26,347 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 21 Nov 2011 26,347 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Nov 2010 25,738 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 24,894 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2009 24,894 miles

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 27 Nov 2008 24,047 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 13 Nov 2007 22,727 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 21,182 miles

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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R960 CEG is a 1997 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,761cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R960 CEG, 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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How do I check the history of R960 CEG?

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What year was R960 CEG registered?

R960 CEG is a 1997 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 6 December 1997.

Is R960 CEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R960 CEG shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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