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EA02 MYJ

2002 Citroen Xsara

Purple Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

68,372 mi
Last recorded68,372 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2017
Typical for 2002 Citroen Xsara80,795 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA02 MYJ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2002
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2017 68,372 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

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

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Fail 15 Aug 2017 67,926 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

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

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 62,360 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (7.1.2)

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

Fail 24 Aug 2016 62,360 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (7.1.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2015 49,817 miles

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

offside outer cv gaiter leaking grease

Pass 28 Aug 2014 49,613 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2013 45,687 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 41,922 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2011 38,229 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 34,976 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 32,562 miles

Centre Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2008 29,582 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 26,326 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 22,574 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 12 Sep 2005 17,790 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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EA02 MYJ is a 2002 Citroen Xsara in Purple with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 EA02 MYJ, 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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EA02 MYJ is a 2002 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 4 July 2002.

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