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FA02 TVZ

2002 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

145,754 mi
Last recorded145,754 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2013
Typical for 2002 Citroen Xsara80,795 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA02 TVZ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2013 145,754 miles

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

n/s wing mirror damaged

Fail 16 Mar 2013 145,427 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

n/s wing mirror damaged

Pass 23 Mar 2012 136,568 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2012 136,424 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 18 Mar 2011 126,324 miles

Inner Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside steering rack gaiter splitting.>>> Front brake discs look worn.>>> Various damage on vehicle.>>> Nearside front tyre on 2mm.

Pass 18 Mar 2011 126,324 miles

Nearside steering rack gaiter splitting.>>> Front brake discs look worn.>>> Various damage on vehicle.>>> Nearside front tyre on 2mm.

Pass 19 Mar 2010 112,405 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 90,453 miles

Backbox exhaust system slightly deteriorated

Pass 31 Mar 2008 70,930 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 60,505 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 48,230 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2006 48,230 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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FA02 TVZ is a 2002 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FA02 TVZ, 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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What year was FA02 TVZ registered?

FA02 TVZ is a 2002 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 26 July 2002.

Is FA02 TVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA02 TVZ shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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