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CP51 ERU

2002 Citroen Xsara

Purple Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2017
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

137,349 mi
Last recorded137,349 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2016
Typical for 2002 Citroen Xsara80,795 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP51 ERU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2002
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2016 137,349 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Nov 2015 127,378 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2015 127,378 miles

Headlamp aim too high BOTH (1.8)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Nov 2014 120,370 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 114,447 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 108,198 miles

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 31 Oct 2011 101,946 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front brake discs worn

Pass 6 Nov 2010 95,848 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 89,170 miles

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

air bag light on

Fail 10 Nov 2009 89,170 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

air bag light on

Fail 8 Sep 2009 87,643 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 8 Sep 2009 87,643 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 78,603 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2008 78,603 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 29 Jun 2007 65,540 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2007 65,540 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 51,947 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)

slight exhaust leak from middle box

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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CP51 ERU is a 2002 Citroen Xsara in Purple with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 CP51 ERU, 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 CP51 ERU registered?

CP51 ERU is a 2002 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 15 January 2002.

Is CP51 ERU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP51 ERU shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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