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HG51 MLZ

2002 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

56,597 mi
Last recorded56,597 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2017
Typical for 2002 Citroen Xsara80,795 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG51 MLZ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2017 56,597 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2017 56,588 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2016 51,947 miles

all brakes slightly pitted corroded

Pass 15 Dec 2010 51,840 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2009 50,750 miles

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2008 47,954 miles

both front + n/s/r tyre tread depths 3mm (legal limit 1.6mm).

various light damage around bodywork.

Fail 25 Nov 2008 47,954 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

both front + n/s/r tyre tread depths 3mm (legal limit 1.6mm).

various light damage around bodywork.

Pass 13 Dec 2007 46,313 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 42,234 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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HG51 MLZ is a 2002 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 HG51 MLZ, 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 HG51 MLZ registered?

HG51 MLZ is a 2002 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 3 January 2002.

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