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BK52 DFV

2002 Citroen Xsara

Purple Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

72,928 mi
Last recorded72,928 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2017
Typical for 2002 Citroen Xsara80,795 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK52 DFV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2002
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2017 72,928 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 11 Aug 2016 64,482 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Spare tyre defective ()

o/s/r tyre cracked

Fail 11 Aug 2016 64,482 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Spare tyre defective ()

o/s/r tyre cracked

Pass 30 Jul 2015 55,855 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 50,741 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2013 44,838 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 40,687 miles

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

Spare tyre defective

Pass 8 Aug 2011 36,358 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 32,296 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 28,308 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 24,942 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 20,030 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 15,171 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2005 14,378 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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BK52 DFV is a 2002 Citroen Xsara in Purple with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 BK52 DFV, 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 BK52 DFV registered?

BK52 DFV is a 2002 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 24 September 2002.

Is BK52 DFV safe to buy?

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