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BN52 MKU

2002 Citroen Xsara

Purple Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

134,211 mi
Last recorded134,211 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2015
Typical for 2002 Citroen Xsara80,795 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN52 MKU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2002
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2015 134,211 miles

oil leak

Pass 12 Nov 2014 124,852 miles

Nearside and offside front anti roll bar stabaliser link dust covers deteriated

Rear exhaust box clamp corroded/deteriated

Fail 12 Nov 2014 124,852 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside and offside front anti roll bar stabaliser link dust covers deteriated

Rear exhaust box clamp corroded/deteriated

Pass 5 Nov 2013 114,259 miles

unable to assess repair due to underseal

Fail 4 Nov 2013 114,256 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2012 106,672 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 95,609 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 83,325 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2010 83,325 miles

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

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

Outer Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 26 Oct 2009 71,315 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 17 Nov 2008 61,253 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 49,147 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 38,835 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2005 28,774 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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BN52 MKU is a 2002 Citroen Xsara in Purple with a 1,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 BN52 MKU, 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 BN52 MKU registered?

BN52 MKU is a 2002 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 October 2002.

Is BN52 MKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN52 MKU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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