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CX02 XZG

2002 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2019
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

129,621 mi
Last recorded129,621 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2018
Typical for 2002 Citroen Xsara80,795 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX02 XZG
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2018 129,621 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 120,845 miles

both front brake discs worn

centre exhaust slightly corroded & slightly leaking

Fail 21 Feb 2017 120,809 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure not hooked in (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

both front brake discs worn

centre exhaust slightly corroded and slightly leaking

Fail 10 Feb 2017 120,615 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill area (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both front brake discs worn

centre exhaust slightly corroded and slightly leaking

Pass 15 Feb 2016 110,311 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2016 110,311 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Feb 2015 102,923 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 98,181 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2014 98,181 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2013 92,020 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2013 92,002 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 1 Feb 2012 81,592 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2012 81,592 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 4 Feb 2011 65,301 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Spare tyre defective

both front tyre treads low

Pass 4 Feb 2011 65,301 miles

Spare tyre defective

both front tyre treads low

Pass 1 Feb 2010 54,538 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 47,167 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2009 47,167 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2008 40,315 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 37,860 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 31,111 miles

Offside Inner 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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CX02 XZG is a 2002 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 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 CX02 XZG, 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 CX02 XZG registered?

CX02 XZG is a 2002 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 8 May 2002.

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