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FM02 XVG

2002 Citroen Xsara

Green Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

133,293 mi
Last recorded133,293 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2018
Typical for 2002 Citroen Xsara80,795 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM02 XVG
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2018 133,293 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 128,298 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2017 128,297 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2016 123,774 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2016 123,629 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both chassis (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 119,136 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2015 119,098 miles

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

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 110,908 miles

nearside front cv gaiter clip broken

Pass 17 Aug 2012 106,608 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2012 106,608 miles

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

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

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

Fail 15 Aug 2011 102,232 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 102,232 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 96,299 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 83,696 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 71,865 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 59,112 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 46,882 miles

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 XVG is a 2002 Citroen Xsara in Green with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 XVG, 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 FM02 XVG registered?

FM02 XVG is a 2002 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 July 2002.

Is FM02 XVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM02 XVG shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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