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FP52 NWJ

2002 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

117,214 mi
Last recorded117,214 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2017
Typical for 2002 Citroen Xsara80,795 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP52 NWJ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2017 117,214 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear tyre outer edge slightly worn

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

both sides outer sill covered with fiber glass & sealant

Fail 27 Jun 2017 117,214 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear tyre outer edge slightly worn

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both sides outer sill covered with fiber glass & sealant

Pass 19 Jan 2016 107,606 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Outer sill has traces of body filler

Fail 19 Jan 2016 107,606 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Outer sill has traces of body filler

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Fail 16 Jan 2015 104,165 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 16 Jan 2015 104,165 miles

Oil leak

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 4 Jan 2014 96,535 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2012 88,388 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2012 88,388 miles

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

Pass 30 Dec 2011 81,692 miles

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

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

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

Pass 31 Dec 2010 75,004 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 66,753 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 60,158 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 53,323 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2008 53,323 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jan 2007 45,133 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2007 45,133 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

both front discs corroded and lipped

wheel trims fitted

Pass 28 Oct 2005 32,768 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 NWJ is a 2002 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FP52 NWJ, 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 FP52 NWJ registered?

FP52 NWJ is a 2002 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 October 2002.

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