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AY52 OBH

2002 Citroen Xsara

Green Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2020
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

Typical for 2002 Citroen Xsara80,795 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY52 OBH
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Fail 24 Sep 2020

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sil (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2019

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front both outer sills heavily undersealed

Pass 9 Apr 2018

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

both outer front sills heavily undersealed

Pass 21 Apr 2017 145,393 miles

Nearside Front outer sill corroded outside prescribed area

Nearside outer sill prescibed area corroded but not excessive

Offside outer sill prescribed area corroded but not excessive

Pass 10 Feb 2016 130,102 miles

n/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 25 Oct 2014 108,224 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 May 2014 107,213 miles
Fail 21 May 2014 107,213 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 100,041 miles

clutch pedal rubber missing

Fail 23 Apr 2013 100,041 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

clutch pedal rubber missing

Pass 26 Apr 2012 90,248 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2012 90,185 miles

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 13 Apr 2011 79,973 miles

Both wiper blades torn on edges

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

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside rear tyre looks low on pressure

Pass 29 Apr 2010 71,368 miles

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

Centre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both front tyres wearing heavily on edges

due to lack of oil, vehicle presenter is advised that engine damage may have already occured

road tax currently displayed on vehicle expires in 10 (or less) days

slight play in steering rack

vehicle engine required 1 & 1/2 litres of oil before test could commence. vehicle presenter is advised that a regular oil level check and the correct maintenance is required to avoid engine damage

Fail 29 Apr 2010 71,368 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Centre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both front tyres wearing heavily on edges

due to lack of oil, vehicle presenter is advised that engine damage may have already occured

road tax currently displayed on vehicle expires in 10 (or less) days

slight play in steering rack

vehicle engine required 1 & 1/2 litres of oil before test could commence. vehicle presenter is advised that a regular oil level check and the correct maintenance is required to avoid engine damage

Fail 27 Apr 2009 60,070 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 60,070 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 51,445 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 51,445 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2007 41,456 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2007 41,456 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Jun 2006 30,194 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

nsr tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 13 Sep 2005 25,248 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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AY52 OBH is a 2002 Citroen Xsara in Green with a 1,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AY52 OBH, 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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AY52 OBH is a 2002 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 20 September 2002.

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