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EU52 UBG

2002 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2025
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

236,363 mi
Last recorded236,363 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2024
Typical for 2002 Citroen Xsara80,795 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU52 UBG
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2024 236,363 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flex to cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flex to cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 29 Jan 2024 236,308 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flex to cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flex to cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Feb 2023 226,708 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Jan 2023 226,691 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Power steering component leaking steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box snapped off (6.1.2 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Nov 2021 215,189 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 208,705 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2020 208,705 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Oct 2019 197,897 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2019 197,897 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2018 181,305 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Nov 2018 181,305 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Nov 2017 84,123 miles

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

Fail 20 Nov 2017 84,123 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2016 73,974 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 17 Oct 2015 63,022 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 57,820 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 53,989 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 50,326 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 46,472 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 41,486 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 36,198 miles

offside mirror loose

Pass 9 Oct 2008 31,857 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 27,346 miles

both front tyres worn low on inner edge

Pass 18 Oct 2006 22,815 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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EU52 UBG is a 2002 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EU52 UBG, 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 EU52 UBG registered?

EU52 UBG is a 2002 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 25 October 2002.

Is EU52 UBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU52 UBG shows 24 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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