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V78 LAB

1999 Citroen Xm

Blue Petrol 2946cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2017
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

177,159 mi
Last recorded177,159 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2016
Typical for 1999 Citroen Xm103,455 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV78 LAB
MakeCitroen
ModelXm
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,946cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2016 177,159 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit interconnecting pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front wing slightly insecure

Offside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit interconnecting pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 14 Nov 2016 177,149 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Front Fluid suspension pipe leaking (2.4.D.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit interconnecting pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front wing slightly insecure

Offside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit interconnecting pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 171,026 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Aug 2012 171,026 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2010 161,919 miles

Oil leak

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

Fail 2 Sep 2010 161,256 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

rear suspension leveling valve damp but no visable leaks detected

Pass 21 Sep 2009 142,385 miles

slight deterioration on rear reg plate

unable to fully inspect condition of suspension and brake pipes due to plastic covers

Fail 15 Sep 2009 141,870 miles

Front Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

slight deterioration on rear reg plate

unable to fully inspect condition of suspension and brake pipes due to plastic covers

Pass 17 Sep 2008 199,444 miles

Oil leak

nearside rear tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 24 Sep 2007 106,269 miles

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

Fail 24 Sep 2007 106,269 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 22 Aug 2006 95,926 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen Xm?

Based on 25,619 MOT tests across 4,589 vehicles.

66.9%
Pass Rate
4,204
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
4,589
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,359
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,197
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 896
parking brake recording little or no effort 819
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 772
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V78 LAB is a 1999 Citroen Xm in Blue with a 2,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1999 Citroen Xm models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 103,455 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 Xm fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 1,359 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V78 LAB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Xm typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 27 years old, this Citroen Xm is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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V78 LAB is a 1999 Citroen Xm, first registered on 21 October 1999.

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