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AU52 RVJ

2002 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

60,655 mi
Last recorded60,655 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2013
Typical for 2002 Citroen Xsara80,795 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU52 RVJ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2013 60,655 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 55,980 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2012 55,980 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Fail 26 Jul 2011 50,780 miles

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

o/s rear tyre wall poor

rear brake dics getting poor

Pass 26 Jul 2011 50,780 miles

o/s rear tyre wall poor

rear brake dics getting poor

Pass 29 Jul 2010 46,017 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 40,599 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2009 40,599 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 31,605 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 29,330 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2006 24,320 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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AU52 RVJ is a 2002 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 RVJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AU52 RVJ?

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What year was AU52 RVJ registered?

AU52 RVJ is a 2002 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 18 September 2002.

Is AU52 RVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU52 RVJ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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