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GN52 XPZ

2002 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2015
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

143,480 mi
Last recorded143,480 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2015
Typical for 2002 Citroen Xsara80,795 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN52 XPZ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Fail 12 Aug 2015 143,480 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

both front tyres wearing on edges

near side mirror missing

Pass 12 Aug 2014 143,480 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)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

nearside front outer sill corroded (close to excessive)

offside front outer sill corroded

Fail 31 Jul 2014 143,480 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c) DANGEROUS

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)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

nearside front outer sill corroded (close to excessive)

offside front outer sill corroded

Pass 27 Jul 2013 139,109 miles

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

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Oil leak

nearside front tyre getting low on inner edge

rear exhaust box corroded

slight bubbling to nearside outer sill - suspect corrosion forming

Fail 28 Jun 2013 139,076 miles

Centre Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

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

Oil leak

nearside front tyre getting low on inner edge

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 29 Jun 2012 132,442 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs corroded/scored

under tray loose

Fail 25 Jun 2012 132,432 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake fluid low

front brake discs corroded/scored

under tray loose

Fail 25 May 2011 124,016 miles

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

nearside rear door has part of handle missing outside

Pass 25 May 2011 124,016 miles

nearside rear door has part of handle missing outside

Fail 9 Apr 2010 114,482 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 9 Apr 2010 114,482 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2009 101,419 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 87,642 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 73,592 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 58,955 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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GN52 XPZ is a 2002 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 GN52 XPZ, 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 GN52 XPZ registered?

GN52 XPZ is a 2002 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 26 September 2002.

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