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CX52 LVL

2002 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2016
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

85,883 mi
Last recorded85,883 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2017
Typical for 2002 Citroen Xsara80,795 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX52 LVL
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Fail 12 Apr 2017 85,883 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases From center section joint (7.1.2)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases From rear silencer joint (7.1.2)

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

Oil leak ()

Rear seats and seat belts not tested due to vehicle being loaded

Pass 14 Dec 2015 76,758 miles

Body work damaged near side rear

Child seat fitted at rear

Fail 9 Dec 2015 76,692 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking pipes leading from pump to steering rack (2.3.3b)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Body work damaged near side rear

Child seat fitted at rear

Fail 9 Dec 2014 69,852 miles

hazard switch stiky

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

anti roll bar links worn

both front tyres worn on edges

front pads low

Pass 9 Dec 2014 69,852 miles

anti roll bar links worn

both front tyres worn on edges

front pads low

hazard switch stiky

Pass 26 Nov 2013 65,968 miles

both rear brake hoses are cracked and perished

n/s front tyre is worn on the outer edge

n/s rear tyre is cracked and perished

o/s rear tyre is cracked and perished

Fail 25 Nov 2013 65,967 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

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

both rear brake hoses are cracked and perished

engine light is on

n/s front tyre is worn on the outer edge

n/s rear tyre is cracked and perished

o/s rear tyre is cracked and perished

rear exhaust box is rusty

Pass 6 Dec 2012 63,347 miles

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

hazard switch sticky

Pass 22 Nov 2011 60,618 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

unable to see front brake pads

Pass 22 Nov 2010 57,657 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2010 57,657 miles

Centre Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 9 Dec 2009 55,395 miles

rear wiper split

service light on

Pass 2 Dec 2008 51,300 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 46,593 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2007 46,590 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both rear tyres perished

centre and rear exhaust systems becoming corroded

Pass 16 Nov 2006 36,639 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2006 36,639 miles

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

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

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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CX52 LVL is a 2002 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 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 CX52 LVL, 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 CX52 LVL registered?

CX52 LVL is a 2002 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 27 September 2002.

Is CX52 LVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX52 LVL shows 17 tests with a 58.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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