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FY02 CXW

2002 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

133,801 mi
Last recorded133,801 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2014
Typical for 2002 Citroen Xsara80,795 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY02 CXW
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2014 133,801 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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)

gearbox has slight oil leak

Pass 30 Apr 2013 121,751 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 107,281 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 107,281 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 17 May 2011 94,495 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

hand brake lever has slight side play in pivots

Fail 17 May 2011 94,495 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

hand brake lever has slight side play in pivots

Pass 7 Jun 2010 76,959 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 61,052 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 51,233 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 38,005 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2007 38,005 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 24 Jun 2006 28,497 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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FY02 CXW is a 2002 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FY02 CXW, 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 FY02 CXW registered?

FY02 CXW is a 2002 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 8 May 2002.

Is FY02 CXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY02 CXW shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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