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BL02 TDU

2002 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

95,695 mi
Last recorded95,695 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2015
Typical for 2002 Citroen Xsara80,795 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL02 TDU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2015 95,695 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2015 95,695 miles

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

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

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 10 Jul 2014 88,775 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 81,864 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2013 81,864 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 75,512 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 68,465 miles

both front brake discs worn

Fail 21 Jun 2011 68,340 miles

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

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

both front brake discs worn

Pass 29 Jun 2010 62,530 miles

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

Front brake discs worn.

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

Fail 29 Jun 2010 62,530 miles

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

Front brake discs worn.

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2009 55,647 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 47,708 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2008 47,708 miles

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 27 Jun 2007 40,741 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 32,215 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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BL02 TDU is a 2002 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BL02 TDU, 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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BL02 TDU is a 2002 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 27 June 2002.

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