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FG02 JCX

2002 Citroen Xsara

Green Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2017
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

117,671 mi
Last recorded117,671 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2016
Typical for 2002 Citroen Xsara80,795 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG02 JCX
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2016 117,671 miles

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

engine management light on

n/s wiper rubber split

oil leak

signs of corrosion to r/n/s brake pipes

Fail 29 Jul 2016 117,641 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

engine management light on

n/s wiper rubber split

oil leak

signs of corrosion to r/n/s brake pipes

Pass 21 Aug 2015 115,095 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 21 Aug 2015 115,095 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2014 112,361 miles

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

front wheel bearings noisy

Fail 30 Jul 2014 112,360 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2013 104,379 miles

Both front to rear metal Brakepipes staring to corrode

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

Nearside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside rear tyre worn

Offside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Oil leak

service light displayed

Fail 19 Aug 2013 104,379 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Both front to rear metal Brakepipes staring to corrode

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside rear tyre worn

Offside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 96,928 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2012 96,649 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 83,517 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 13 Aug 2010 69,547 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 63,907 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2009 63,596 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

both rear tyers 2 mm tread warn down to

Fail 14 Nov 2008 49,979 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Nov 2008 49,979 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 39,699 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 14 Nov 2006 32,017 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

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

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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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FG02 JCX is a 2002 Citroen Xsara in Green with a 1,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 FG02 JCX, 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 FG02 JCX registered?

FG02 JCX is a 2002 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 19 April 2002.

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