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DG52 ZTM

2002 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

165,985 mi
Last recorded165,985 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2018
Typical for 2002 Citroen Xsara80,795 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG52 ZTM
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2018 165,985 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

both sills are slightly soft ok at time of test with cat tool

oil leak

slight surface corrosion to some parts and componants of under vehicle ok at time of test

tempry repair at exhaust back box flange

Fail 13 Nov 2018 165,957 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not working both (3.4 (a))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour to white (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour to white (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

both sills are slightly soft ok at time of test with cat tool

oil leak

slight surface corrosion to some parts and componants of under vehicle ok at time of test

tempry repair at exhaust back box flange

Pass 11 Oct 2017 159,060 miles

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

Fail 11 Oct 2017 159,060 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2016 155,659 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 146,587 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2015 146,566 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Fail 22 Oct 2014 135,102 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2014 135,102 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2013 120,587 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2012 99,116 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2012 99,116 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2011 99,116 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2010 88,276 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 76,106 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 60,452 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

nearside sill damaged

Fail 22 Oct 2008 60,452 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

nearside sill damaged

Pass 23 Oct 2007 47,756 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

slight surface cracking to both rear tyres

front fuel hose chaffing

Pass 30 Sep 2006 35,983 miles

cut in nearside front tyre within permitted limit

nearside outer sill impact damaged but not severely distorted

rear door catch loose but door secured in closed position at time of test

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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DG52 ZTM is a 2002 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 DG52 ZTM, 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 DG52 ZTM registered?

DG52 ZTM is a 2002 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 24 October 2002.

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