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BG02 FVM

2002 Citroen Xsara

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2017
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

134,521 mi
Last recorded134,521 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2016
Typical for 2002 Citroen Xsara80,795 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG02 FVM
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2016 134,521 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Slight wear to near side steering rack end

Pass 1 Sep 2014 129,191 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 124,457 miles

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

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

both main brake pipes corroded

slight bulge nearside front tyre

Fail 2 Jul 2013 124,457 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp inoperative (3.6.G.2)

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

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

both main brake pipes corroded

slight bulge nearside front tyre

Pass 2 Jul 2012 120,218 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2012 120,218 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2011 116,182 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 113,327 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2010 113,327 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 Jun 2009 110,539 miles

some play at steering rack nearside

Fail 29 Jun 2009 110,539 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

some play at steering rack nearside

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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BG02 FVM is a 2002 Citroen Xsara in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 BG02 FVM, 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 BG02 FVM registered?

BG02 FVM is a 2002 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 April 2002.

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