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YDZ 4522

1997 Citroen Xm

Black Diesel 2088cc
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MOT Status

Tests2 (0 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

175,315 mi
Last recorded175,315 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2017
Typical for 1997 Citroen Xm113,446 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYDZ 4522
MakeCitroen
ModelXm
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,088cc

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MOT History

0 pass 2 fail
Fail 6 Feb 2017 175,315 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part rubbing on wheel (3.6.B.4a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer tread perrished (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front suspension has serious deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Front suspension has serious deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced nearside and offside (1.7.5a)

Oil leak ()

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

Fail 20 Jul 2016 175,302 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Fluid suspension leaking (2.4.D.2)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm BOTH (4.1.E.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak ()

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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YDZ 4522 is a 1997 Citroen Xm in Black with a 2,088cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1997 Citroen Xm models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 113,446 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 YDZ 4522, 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 29 years old, this Citroen Xm is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YDZ 4522 registered?

YDZ 4522 is a 1997 Citroen Xm, first registered on 27 March 1997.

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