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FE02 VMA

2002 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

165,717 mi
Last recorded165,717 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2016
Typical for 2002 Citroen Xsara80,795 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE02 VMA
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2016 165,717 miles

n/s/r brake binding slightly

Fail 31 Mar 2016 165,717 miles

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

n/s/r brake binding slightly

Pass 8 Apr 2015 162,598 miles

condition of front discs.

Fail 2 Apr 2015 162,592 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

condition of front discs.

Pass 28 Mar 2014 155,516 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Apr 2013 144,796 miles

N/S/F headlamp aim on upper limits.

Oil leak.

Rear footbrake efficiency low but working.

Rear handbrake efficiency low but working.

Pass 14 Apr 2012 134,645 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2012 134,449 miles

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

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

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

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2011 129,176 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 125,011 miles

adv. unable to fully inspect underside of vehicle due to oil sprayed.

Pass 7 May 2008 124,612 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 122,635 miles

air bag light on

nearside number plate light cover missing

Pass 24 May 2006 118,860 miles

air bag warning lamp staying on

nearside front indicator dim

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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FE02 VMA is a 2002 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FE02 VMA, 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 FE02 VMA registered?

FE02 VMA is a 2002 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 13 March 2002.

Is FE02 VMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE02 VMA shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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