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W488 XVC

2000 Citroen Synergie

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

Typical for 2000 Citroen Synergie109,854 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW488 XVC
MakeCitroen
ModelSynergie
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2010

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

advise n/side front brake disc, condition

Fail 11 Aug 2010

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

advise n/side front brake disc, condition

Pass 2 Mar 2009 95,367 miles

rear coil springs corroded\security of fuel pipes\nopise from osf hub

Fail 2 Mar 2009 95,365 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear coil springs corroded\security of fuel pipes\nopise from osf hub

Pass 19 Feb 2008 84,493 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2006 70,873 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2006 70,873 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

note brake noise at rear brake drums

Pass 2 Sep 2005 58,779 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2005 698,057 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Citroen Synergie?

Based on 95,717 MOT tests across 8,803 vehicles.

66.3%
Pass Rate
7,824
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
8,803
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,600
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,755
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 3,666
position lamp(s) not working 3,508
Stop lamp not working 3,163
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W488 XVC is a 2000 Citroen Synergie in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2000 Citroen Synergie models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 109,854 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 Synergie fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 5,600 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W488 XVC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Synergie typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 26 years old, this Citroen Synergie is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W488 XVC registered?

W488 XVC is a 2000 Citroen Synergie, first registered on 4 July 2000.

Is W488 XVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for W488 XVC shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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