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DX52 GSO

2002 Citroen Xsara

Purple Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

118,969 mi
Last recorded118,969 miles
Recorded on19 May 2016
Typical for 2002 Citroen Xsara80,795 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX52 GSO
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2002
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2016 118,969 miles

Offside osf tyrelow inside edge

front brake pads low

nsf tyre 1.6mm

rear indicators faded

Fail 19 May 2016 118,969 miles

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

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

Offside osf tyrelow inside edge

front brake pads low

nsf tyre 1.6mm

rear indicators faded

Pass 27 Jun 2015 111,627 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2015 111,627 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2014 103,559 miles

Oil leak

Pass 8 Jun 2013 95,008 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2012 84,593 miles

power steering pipe damp

Pass 18 Jun 2011 74,572 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2010 70,591 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2010 70,589 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2009 63,729 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 55,993 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 48,257 miles

Brake hoses perished †Rear brakes imbalanced †Front tyre treads worn low †Kerb damage to wheel trims †Radiator in poor condition †Exhaust system heavily corroded †Oil leaks

Pass 17 Jun 2006 40,250 miles

front tyres wearing unevenly †slight cracking/perrishing to steering/suspension bushes/components †exhaust system slightly corroded †brakes worn

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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DX52 GSO is a 2002 Citroen Xsara in Purple with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 DX52 GSO, 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

How do I check the history of DX52 GSO?

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What year was DX52 GSO registered?

DX52 GSO is a 2002 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is DX52 GSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX52 GSO shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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