2002 Citroen Xsara 1.6L Petrol · MT02 XEP
2002 Citroen Xsara (1.6L, petrol). First registered 29 Jun 2002. Recorded mileage 137,169 miles. MOT valid until 26 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- CITROEN XSARA
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 137,169 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MT02 XEP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/08/2026
- 137,169 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MT02 XEP MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Citroen Xsara (MT02 XEP) between August 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 28 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (9 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 21 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))”; “Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”; “Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Various sections leaking and is corroded and holed (6.1.2 (a))”.
MT02 XEP Mileage History
- 21/08/2024135,102 mi
- 05/08/2025136,246 mi+1,144 mi
- 19/08/2025136,263 mi+17 mi
- 11/08/2026137,157 mi+894 mi
- 28/08/2026137,169 mi+12 mi
Average of roughly 1,024 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Citroën Citroën Xsara Picasso
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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