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BN52 ZSV

2002 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2025
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

77,317 mi
Last recorded77,317 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2024
Typical for 2002 Citroen Xsara80,795 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN52 ZSV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2024 77,317 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 75,829 miles

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking brake requirements only just met

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Sep 2022 75,829 miles

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking brake requirements only just met

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 75,808 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 75,774 miles

Under body corrosion front and rear

Pass 27 Sep 2019 79,259 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 73,036 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 70,054 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 66,403 miles

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

Fail 6 Oct 2016 66,388 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2015 62,907 miles

Both Front To Rear Outer Sill's Weak

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear Exhaust Joint leaking & Clamps Corroded / Weak (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 8 Oct 2014 59,919 miles

Brake pedal anti slip rubber worn

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Oct 2014 59,919 miles

Brake pedal anti slip rubber worn

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Oct 2013 56,825 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 1 Oct 2013 56,825 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Oct 2012 53,369 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2012 53,369 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

off side front tyre on limit

Pass 30 Sep 2011 49,758 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 45,246 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 40,771 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 36,270 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 32,663 miles

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

brake lights sticking sometimes

Pass 21 Sep 2006 28,444 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2005 23,775 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 ZSV is a 2002 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 ZSV, 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 ZSV registered?

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

Is BN52 ZSV safe to buy?

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