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HK02 VGJ

2002 Citroen Xsara

Beige Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2022
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

111,395 mi
Last recorded111,395 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2021
Typical for 2002 Citroen Xsara80,795 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK02 VGJ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2002
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2021 111,395 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 13 Jan 2021 111,380 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear no seat belt fitted but no seat fitted as well

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Jan 2020 110,613 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2020 110,597 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Pass 11 Jan 2019 105,746 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 100,947 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 95,896 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2017 95,896 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2016 90,281 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2016 90,281 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Jan 2015 86,718 miles

n/s/rear/seatbelt slightmark on it

Pass 6 Jan 2014 81,049 miles

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

vehicles own temperature gauge used for emmissions and was at normal operating temperature

Fail 6 Jan 2014 81,049 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

vehicles own temperature gauge used for emmissions and was at normal operating temperature

Fail 15 Jan 2013 72,393 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 15 Jan 2013 72,393 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 25 Jan 2012 67,637 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe lightly rubbing (3.6.C.1b)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

engine cover adrift

rear silencer corroded

Pass 20 Jan 2011 61,121 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2011 61,113 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Mar 2009 49,532 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2009 49,520 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

smoke test not completed due to visual smoke and noise from engine at governed speed

Pass 15 Feb 2008 45,408 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2008 45,408 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2007 39,915 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 33,583 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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HK02 VGJ is a 2002 Citroen Xsara in Beige with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 HK02 VGJ, 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 HK02 VGJ registered?

HK02 VGJ is a 2002 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 16 July 2002.

Is HK02 VGJ safe to buy?

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