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BG02 TXJ

2002 Citroen Xsara

Beige Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

139,323 mi
Last recorded139,323 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2011
Typical for 2002 Citroen Xsara80,795 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG02 TXJ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2002
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2011 139,323 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 132,581 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 121,245 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2009 121,245 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 110,641 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2008 110,641 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 4 May 2007 100,319 miles
Fail 4 May 2007 100,319 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 May 2006 94,227 miles

front wiper blades smearing screen

nearside rear tyre worn unevenly & tread 2mm

odd size tyres fitted front to rear

offside rear tyre worn unevenly & tread 1.6mm

Fail 2 May 2006 94,227 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

front wiper blades smearing screen

nearside rear tyre worn unevenly & tread 2mm

odd size tyres fitted front to rear

offside rear tyre worn unevenly & tread 1.6mm

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 TXJ is a 2002 Citroen Xsara in Beige with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 TXJ, 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 TXJ registered?

BG02 TXJ is a 2002 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 13 May 2002.

Is BG02 TXJ safe to buy?

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