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DS51 FLV

2002 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

94,432 mi
Last recorded94,432 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2013
Typical for 2002 Citroen Xsara80,795 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS51 FLV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2013 94,432 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Spare tyre has perished sidewall

Pass 20 Apr 2013 92,133 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Apr 2012 85,140 miles

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Fail 20 Apr 2012 85,140 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 21 Apr 2011 77,575 miles

Oil leak

Pass 23 Apr 2010 65,090 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2009 56,041 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2009 56,040 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2008 50,344 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 44,091 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 35,590 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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DS51 FLV is a 2002 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 DS51 FLV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DS51 FLV registered?

DS51 FLV is a 2002 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 14 February 2002.

Is DS51 FLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS51 FLV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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