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CE52 OTK

2002 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

126,517 mi
Last recorded126,517 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2017
Typical for 2002 Citroen Xsara80,795 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE52 OTK
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2017 126,517 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded main to rear pipe (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view mirror cover (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 116,273 miles

rear exhaust corroded and blowing

Fail 6 Sep 2016 116,273 miles

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

rear exhaust corroded and blowing

Pass 16 Sep 2015 104,491 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded main to rear (3.6.B.2c)

spare tyre worn

Pass 16 Sep 2014 93,400 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

interior mirror missing

rear wiper blade split

spare wheel missing

Fail 16 Sep 2013 88,933 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2013 88,933 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2012 86,377 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Sep 2012 86,377 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 80,024 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 67,771 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)

Fail 8 Sep 2010 67,771 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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 7 Sep 2009 55,815 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2009 55,815 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 9 Sep 2008 43,632 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 43,632 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 34,677 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 31,868 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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CE52 OTK is a 2002 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CE52 OTK, 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 CE52 OTK registered?

CE52 OTK is a 2002 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 14 September 2002.

Is CE52 OTK safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE52 OTK shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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