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BW02 AVR

2002 Citroen Xsara

Beige Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

205,744 mi
Last recorded205,744 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2024
Typical for 2002 Citroen Xsara80,795 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW02 AVR
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2002
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2024 205,744 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Oct 2023 201,570 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 197,052 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 188,350 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Nov 2018 170,136 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Oct 2017 160,990 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 138,279 miles

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

Fail 2 Nov 2015 138,274 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2014 125,769 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 118,854 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 107,632 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2012 107,632 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 98,359 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 89,674 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 79,026 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 66,767 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 53,314 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 40,574 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)

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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BW02 AVR is a 2002 Citroen Xsara in Beige with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BW02 AVR, 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

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What year was BW02 AVR registered?

BW02 AVR is a 2002 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 August 2002.

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The MOT history for BW02 AVR shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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