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AU52 DXR

2002 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

151,864 mi
Last recorded151,864 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2020
Typical for 2002 Citroen Xsara80,795 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU52 DXR
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2020 151,864 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides corroded on inside surfaces at edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear rusted in places (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides cracking in-between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2019 148,092 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 27 Aug 2019 147,999 miles

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 29 Aug 2018 144,214 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2018 144,210 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 139,902 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 134,540 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 30 Aug 2016 134,540 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 24 Aug 2015 129,315 miles

Both sides rear tyres perishing badly in treads

Pass 19 Aug 2014 124,512 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 118,295 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2013 118,290 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 22 Aug 2012 112,067 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 112,067 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Aug 2011 105,366 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 95,711 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2010 95,711 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Sep 2009 83,185 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 69,106 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2007 56,634 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 43,609 miles

Slight play in both sides front anti-roll bar links

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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AU52 DXR is a 2002 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2002 Citroen Xsara models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 80,795 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 AU52 DXR, 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 24 years old, this Citroen Xsara is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AU52 DXR registered?

AU52 DXR is a 2002 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 14 September 2002.

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The MOT history for AU52 DXR shows 21 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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