Citroen Xsara Picasso Sx 8v (2002)
2002 Citroen Xsara Picasso Sx 8v
CarHunch analysed 156 real MOT records for the 2002 Citroen Xsara Picasso Sx 8v. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
Below average reliability
66.6% below UK average
13.4%
pass MOT first time
UK average: ~80%
0%
ever had a dangerous defect
recorded at any MOT
0.23
avg MOT failures per car
over 1.4 tests on record
What to check before buying a 2002 Citroen Xsara Picasso Sx 8v
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (79%) | 124 | 0% | 0 |
| Other (21%) | 32 | 65.3% | 1.13 |
MOT History Averages
1.4
Avg MOT tests per vehicle
0.23
Avg failures per vehicle
0
Avg advisories per vehicle
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