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AY02 SFE

2002 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

37,745 mi
Last recorded37,745 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Citroen Xsara80,795 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY02 SFE
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 37,745 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 36,726 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Nov 2024 36,721 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle and rear (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2023 35,482 miles

Exhaust corroding

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2022 33,742 miles

Battery slightly loose

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 32,124 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 30,340 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 28,523 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2019 28,523 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 27,425 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 25,270 miles
Fail 4 May 2017 25,270 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 23,990 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 23,166 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 22,311 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 21,931 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 21,654 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 21,209 miles

steering seems stiff

Pass 9 Mar 2010 20,814 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 20,269 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 19,756 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 13,419 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 8,099 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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AY02 SFE is a 2002 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 AY02 SFE, 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

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What year was AY02 SFE registered?

AY02 SFE is a 2002 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 26 March 2002.

Is AY02 SFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY02 SFE shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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