2002 Citroen Xsara 1.7L Petrol · FG02 VEP

The 2002 Citroën Xsara passed its latest MOT on 2025‑10‑07 at 50,356 mi with no recorded defects. The history shows a pass after a brief failure on the same day in 2022, and no further issues since. This indicates a stable to improving maintenance trend, with the vehicle meeting DVSA standards at its most recent test. Mileage accumulation over the recorded period is low for a 24‑year‑old car, averaging roughly 2,100 mi per year. The annual increases rose from about 1,350 mi between 2022 and 2023 to over 4,000 mi between 2024 and 2025, suggesting slightly heavier recent use. The MOT gap from the last test (2025‑10‑07) to today (2026‑07‑28) is almost nine months, leaving a window without official inspection. Because the record is clean, a buyer should still inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for wear, check brake discs and calipers for binding or corrosion, and examine tyre tread depth and pressure. Visual inspection of the underbody for rust spots, especially around sills and wheel arches, is advisable, as age can cause structural corrosion despite low mileage. The exhaust system and rubber mounts should be examined for leaks or cracking, and the service history should be reviewed to confirm regular oil and filter changes.