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BN52 NSV

2002 Citroen Xsara

Beige Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

166,682 mi
Last recorded166,682 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2019
Typical for 2002 Citroen Xsara80,795 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN52 NSV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2002
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Fail 23 Jul 2019 166,682 miles

Body component insecure outer sill on the nsf rusted , where previously weld ded too (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps rear reg plate lamps defective not working / hanging loose too (4.7.2 (a))

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play NSF track rod end worn (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick front brake pads appear to be worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all metal brake pipes have developed rust / rusting (1.1.11 (c))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres accepted to min test std / inner shoulders worn , just legal (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 153,462 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill panels (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Jul 2018 153,460 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill panels (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate lamp likely to become detached (4.7.1 (c) (ii))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill panels (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2017 131,304 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 111,092 miles

Front tyres worn on outer edges

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

Fail 6 Oct 2016 111,092 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front tyres worn on outer edges

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

Pass 24 Oct 2014 105,742 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2013 100,153 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 94,954 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 87,790 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 84,150 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2009 78,801 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 73,057 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 63,346 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 46,690 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2006 46,690 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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 NSV is a 2002 Citroen Xsara in Beige with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 NSV, 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 NSV registered?

BN52 NSV is a 2002 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 27 September 2002.

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