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BP51 VMU

2002 Citroen Xsara

Beige Diesel 1749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

141,221 mi
Last recorded141,221 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2014
Typical for 2002 Citroen Xsara80,795 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP51 VMU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2002
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2014 141,221 miles

Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Fail 3 Jul 2013 127,892 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 127,892 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 111,426 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 98,555 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 84,564 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 73,374 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2008 64,897 miles

Offside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 9 Jun 2008 64,897 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 22 May 2007 54,147 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 46,260 miles

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

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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BP51 VMU is a 2002 Citroen Xsara in Beige with a 1,749cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BP51 VMU, 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 BP51 VMU registered?

BP51 VMU is a 2002 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 January 2002.

Is BP51 VMU safe to buy?

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