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BV02 SDO

2002 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

165,022 mi
Last recorded165,022 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2020
Typical for 2002 Citroen Xsara80,795 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV02 SDO
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2020 165,022 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle to rear section (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 May 2019 159,813 miles
Fail 8 May 2019 159,809 miles

Nearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2018 153,648 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2017 147,985 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 142,335 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2016 142,335 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 136,284 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 130,673 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 124,233 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 116,943 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 107,751 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2011 107,751 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 4 Mar 2010 95,728 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2010

Bonnet retaining device insecure (8.4.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 May 2008 65,381 miles

FRONT DICS AND PADS FITTED

Pass 8 Mar 2007 42,472 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 34,747 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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BV02 SDO is a 2002 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BV02 SDO, 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 BV02 SDO registered?

BV02 SDO is a 2002 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 8 March 2002.

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The MOT history for BV02 SDO shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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