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GV02 SMX

2002 Citroen Xsara

Beige Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

Typical for 2002 Citroen Xsara80,795 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV02 SMX
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2002
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 19 Jul 2016

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre section at joint (7.1.2)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box at joint (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Offside Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 96,427 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2015 96,427 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 88,033 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 78,966 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 1 Jul 2013 78,966 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 74,260 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2011 67,955 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 61,179 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2009 53,277 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 47,514 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 36,969 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 25,013 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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GV02 SMX is a 2002 Citroen Xsara in Beige with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 GV02 SMX, 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 GV02 SMX registered?

GV02 SMX is a 2002 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 July 2002.

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