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FM02 POU

2002 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

104,686 mi
Last recorded104,686 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2013
Typical for 2002 Citroen Xsara80,795 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM02 POU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2013 104,686 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

nearside and offside headlamp has poor beam pattan

steering rack has slight mist of oil

Pass 7 Nov 2012 10,049 miles

Exhaust corroded

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

Fail 27 Oct 2012 100,178 miles

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

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

Exhaust corroded

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

Pass 26 Oct 2011 95,833 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside front seat in poor condition

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Oct 2010 92,448 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 90,033 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 84,683 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n/s/door mirror insecure

Pass 4 Feb 2008 74,976 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 63,728 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 51,626 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2006 51,626 miles

Offside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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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FM02 POU is a 2002 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FM02 POU, 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

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What year was FM02 POU registered?

FM02 POU is a 2002 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 18 June 2002.

Is FM02 POU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM02 POU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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