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FH51 RNF

2002 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2021
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

219,675 mi
Last recorded219,675 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2020
Typical for 2002 Citroen Xsara80,795 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH51 RNF
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2020 219,675 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear axle bearings in swivel arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 214,563 miles

Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s and o/s (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 209,403 miles

Front Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Offside Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 24 Jul 2017 205,011 miles

Central Front Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2016 199,663 miles

rear tyres lightly rubbing on undershields

Pass 4 Aug 2015 193,578 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 185,858 miles

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

Offside front tyre warn on inside edge.

Smell of fuel coming from around fuel filter, but no sign of a leak.

Fail 21 Jul 2014 185,858 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside front tyre warn on inside edge.

Smell of fuel coming from around fuel filter, but no sign of a leak.

Pass 18 Jul 2013 178,952 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 121,538 miles

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

centre exhaust pipe and silencer corroded and slightly blowing

slight movement in nearside rear shocker

Fail 4 Aug 2012 120,974 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

both front abs wires insecure and fowling suspension

centre exhaust pipe and silencer corroded and slightly blowing

slight movement in nearside rear shocker

Pass 23 Nov 2011 114,593 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 101,520 miles

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 23 Nov 2009 84,873 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2009 84,873 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2008 67,572 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 61,956 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 50,267 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 40,668 miles

Both rear tyres getting worn near to limit on edges

Slight crack in exhaust mid. box ,very slight blow

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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FH51 RNF is a 2002 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 FH51 RNF, 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 FH51 RNF registered?

FH51 RNF is a 2002 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 29 January 2002.

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