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BW02 VLL

2002 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

70,337 mi
Last recorded70,337 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2020
Typical for 2002 Citroen Xsara80,795 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW02 VLL
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Fail 5 Sep 2020 70,337 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect distorted lens (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect distorted lens (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Power steering ram leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

rear exhaust box corroded and leaking

Pass 31 Aug 2019 58,358 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 57,183 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 55,682 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 54,352 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2016 54,352 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Power steering component(s) leaking from switch (2.3.3b)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 52,344 miles

oil leak

Pass 15 Sep 2014 49,769 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 47,189 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2012 44,699 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 44,699 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 42,365 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 40,485 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 38,432 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2008 35,515 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2008 35,515 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Pass 12 Sep 2007 31,304 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 27,092 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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BW02 VLL is a 2002 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol 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 BW02 VLL, 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 BW02 VLL registered?

BW02 VLL is a 2002 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 19 August 2002.

Is BW02 VLL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW02 VLL 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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