2003 Citroen Xsara 2.0L Diesel · CA52 HWL

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile characterized by persistent structural degradation and recurring mechanical wear. While it passed its most recent test on August 12 2025 at 153,764 miles, the history reveals a trend of significant structural instability. The car failed just four days prior to that pass due to a critical structural failure, specifically excessive corrosion on the offside rear sill. Although this specific point was rectified for the pass, the presence of deep rust suggests the vehicle is reaching the end of its structural life. At 23 years old, the recorded mileage of 153,764 miles represents a consistent usage of approximately 6,700 miles per year. The data shows a steady progression between annual tests, with roughly 3,800 miles driven between August 2024 and August 2025, and approximately 4,400 miles between August 2023 and August 2024. This moderate mileage indicates the car has not been neglected through long periods of standing but has instead subjected to constant environmental exposure over two decades. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the sills and suspension mounting points to verify the extent of the remaining corrosion. The record repeatedly flags rust in the inner and outer suspension mounting areas across multiple years, which poses a risk of future structural failure. The steering rack remains a known point of concern with play in the inner joints and missing gaiters noted consistently since 2023, suggesting that the steering assembly is nearing total component failure. Maintenance attention is also required for the persistent front lower oil leak which has appeared in every test entry since at least 2023. While the tester described the leak as not excessive, its longevity necessitates constant monitoring to ensure it does not become a safety hazard. Given the history of failing seat belt anchorages due to sill rot, the integrity of the entire chassis is the primary risk for this vehicle.