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EX02 AUU

2002 Citroen Xsara

Purple Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

97,947 mi
Last recorded97,947 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Citroen Xsara80,795 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX02 AUU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2002
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 97,947 miles

Nearside Outer sill rusty

Pass 3 Dec 2024 97,815 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 2 Dec 2024 97,813 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2021 97,799 miles

Offside Rear Inner arch trim chaffing tyre

Fail 16 Feb 2021 97,799 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner arch trim chaffing tyre

Pass 17 Feb 2020 96,965 miles

Offside Rear inner arch cover chaffing on tyre

Fail 17 Feb 2020 96,963 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear inner arch cover chaffing on tyre

Pass 21 Feb 2019 93,624 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 88,746 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 83,724 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 79,214 miles

Front both tyres worn close to limit

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Feb 2015 74,527 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Mar 2014 69,202 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 63,120 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 57,596 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 52,566 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 46,531 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 40,752 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 33,978 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 27,652 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 20,652 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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EX02 AUU is a 2002 Citroen Xsara in Purple with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 EX02 AUU, 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 EX02 AUU?

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What year was EX02 AUU registered?

EX02 AUU is a 2002 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 19 March 2002.

Is EX02 AUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX02 AUU shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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