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FP51 VTK

2002 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2016
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

118,405 mi
Last recorded118,405 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2015
Typical for 2002 Citroen Xsara80,795 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP51 VTK
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2015 118,405 miles

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

Fail 13 Apr 2015 118,405 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2014 111,365 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2014 111,359 miles

Front Lower Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Apr 2013 102,912 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 8 Apr 2013 102,912 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 4 Apr 2012 95,923 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2012 95,922 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

nearside front tyre worn to limit on outer edge.

rear exhaust very corroded.

windscreen damage offside.

Fail 12 Apr 2011 88,142 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 88,142 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 79,795 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 6 Apr 2010 79,794 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Apr 2009 70,560 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2009 70,560 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Mar 2008 66,913 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2007 58,744 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 51,801 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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FP51 VTK is a 2002 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 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 FP51 VTK, 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 FP51 VTK registered?

FP51 VTK is a 2002 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 28 January 2002.

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