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DE02 VKM

2002 Citroen Xsara

Gold Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2020
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

63,660 mi
Last recorded63,660 miles
Recorded on15 May 2020
Typical for 2002 Citroen Xsara80,795 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE02 VKM
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2002
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Fail 15 May 2020 63,660 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (Outer sill) (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (Outer sill) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (Outer sill) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (Outer sill) (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (showing white light) (4.5.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (Outer sill) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (Outer sill) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (outer sidewall) (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 62,921 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 61,856 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 59,837 miles
Fail 5 May 2017 59,837 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 16 May 2016 58,244 miles

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

Nearside Front baby seat

Nearside Rear baby seat

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded too flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 May 2015 55,854 miles

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

Fail 12 May 2015 55,854 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Pass 9 May 2014

slight noise from the power steering but not affecting the operation.

Fail 1 May 2014 54,341 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Fail 30 Apr 2013 52,567 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

all brake pipes greased

baby seat in passenger front seat

Pass 30 Apr 2013 52,567 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

all brake pipes greased

baby seat in passenger front seat

Pass 17 May 2012 50,739 miles
Fail 15 May 2012 50,739 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

middle section of exhaust corroded

Pass 18 Apr 2011 47,774 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 19 Apr 2010 44,154 miles

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

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

Pass 15 May 2009 38,945 miles
Fail 15 May 2009 38,945 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2008 31,150 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2007 24,498 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 19,053 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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DE02 VKM is a 2002 Citroen Xsara in Gold with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 DE02 VKM, 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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DE02 VKM is a 2002 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 7 May 2002.

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