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BW51 FFR

2002 Citroen Xsara

Purple Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

62,312 mi
Last recorded62,312 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2013
Typical for 2002 Citroen Xsara80,795 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW51 FFR
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2002
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2013 62,312 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2012 59,461 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 25 Jun 2012 59,461 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 56,741 miles

advise o/s/r tyre worn on edge.

Pass 9 Jun 2010 54,006 miles

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

advise oil leak from engine

advise rear exhaust corroded

Pass 18 Jun 2009 50,949 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2009 50,949 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

n/s/r tyre close towear indicators.

Pass 10 Jun 2008 46,767 miles

brakes to be checked all round.

tracking to be checked.

tyre side walls perishing.

Pass 14 Jun 2007 39,295 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 27,281 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2006 27,281 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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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BW51 FFR is a 2002 Citroen Xsara in Purple with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BW51 FFR, 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 BW51 FFR?

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What year was BW51 FFR registered?

BW51 FFR is a 2002 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 20 February 2002.

Is BW51 FFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW51 FFR shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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