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BJ52 DHP

2002 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

126,074 mi
Last recorded126,074 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2017
Typical for 2002 Citroen Xsara80,795 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ52 DHP
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2017 126,074 miles

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

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 119,892 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2015 119,892 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported REAR SILENCER LOOSE RUBBER MOUNT SPLIT (7.1.1)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Nov 2014 114,386 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

engine light on indicating there's a fault

Fail 26 Nov 2014 114,384 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

engine light on indicating there's a fault

Fail 21 Nov 2014 114,380 miles

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

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Nov 2013 108,262 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 104,258 miles

clutch master cylinder leaking

Fail 20 Nov 2012 104,247 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

clutch master cylinder leaking

Pass 19 Nov 2011 100,471 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 98,481 miles

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

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 12 May 2009 87,307 miles

brake fluid filler cap just passable recomend imeadiate replacement

offside rear indicator just passable recomend bulb replacement

Pass 29 May 2008 73,603 miles
Fail 29 May 2008 73,603 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

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

Pass 27 Oct 2007 66,201 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 64,746 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2006 64,745 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Outer Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

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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BJ52 DHP is a 2002 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 BJ52 DHP, 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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BJ52 DHP is a 2002 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 September 2002.

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