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BU52 UXW

2002 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

89,589 mi
Last recorded89,589 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2016
Typical for 2002 Citroen Xsara80,795 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU52 UXW
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2016 89,589 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside wing mirror damaged

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

there are signs of diesel round the injectors but can not see any leaks

Fail 10 Dec 2016 89,515 miles

Nearside Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill holed (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside wing mirror damaged

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

there are signs of diesel round the injectors but can not see any leaks

Pass 21 Sep 2015 77,691 miles

o/s wing mirrow damaged

Pass 18 Aug 2014 72,490 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 66,836 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 61,075 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2012 61,024 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 53,311 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 46,622 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 39,795 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2009 39,765 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 19 Aug 2008 33,346 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 23,230 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel (2.4.A.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Aug 2006 21,729 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2006 21,729 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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BU52 UXW is a 2002 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 BU52 UXW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BU52 UXW?

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What year was BU52 UXW registered?

BU52 UXW is a 2002 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is BU52 UXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU52 UXW shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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