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FP52 NVG

2002 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2018
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

126,103 mi
Last recorded126,103 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2017
Typical for 2002 Citroen Xsara80,795 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP52 NVG
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2017 126,103 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2017 126,096 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 1 Nov 2016 122,566 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 118,891 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 114,574 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 109,583 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside registration plate lamp dim.

Pass 29 Oct 2012 105,617 miles

Both front tyres slightly worn on edges.

Rear windscreen wiper blade split.

Fail 29 Oct 2012 105,617 miles

Both front tyres slightly worn on edges.

Rear windscreen wiper blade split.

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Nov 2011 102,675 miles

Exhaust heat shield loose.

Front tyres wearing slightly on edges.

Fail 18 Nov 2011 102,675 miles

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

Exhaust heat shield loose.

Front tyres wearing slightly on edges.

Pass 11 Nov 2010 99,178 miles

Nearside rear tyre tread wearing close to legal limit.

Slight front brake imbalance.

Pass 3 Nov 2009 91,651 miles

Nearside rear tyre tread wearing low.

Pass 4 Nov 2008 87,351 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system corroded.

Rear tyres wearing low.

Slight black smoke on hard acceleration.

Pass 5 Nov 2007 80,658 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 74,078 miles

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

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

advise both rear tyres side walls perished

Pass 17 Nov 2005 67,767 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2005 67,767 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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FP52 NVG is a 2002 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 FP52 NVG, 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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How do I check the history of FP52 NVG?

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What year was FP52 NVG registered?

FP52 NVG is a 2002 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 23 November 2002.

Is FP52 NVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP52 NVG shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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