CITROEN XSARA PICASSO (2002)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 33 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
55%
Total Tests (2024)
33
Avg Mileage
117,801 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,027
Is the 2002 CITROEN XSARA PICASSO reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 27 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the CITROEN brand average of 79%.
At 22 years old, 55% of CITROEN XSARA PICASSOs from 2002 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 33 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 117,801 miles.
How does the 2002 CITROEN XSARA PICASSO compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2002 CITROEN XSARA PICASSO has 117,801 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 162,800 miles for a 22-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
Best year to buy a CITROEN XSARA PICASSO?
The most reliable year is the 2006 model with a 68% MOT pass rate, while the 2007 model has the lowest at 61%. The 2002 sits between the two at 55%.
How much does a 2002 CITROEN XSARA PICASSO cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
CITROEN XSARA PICASSO by Year
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About the 2002 CITROEN XSARA PICASSO
The 2002 CITROEN XSARA PICASSO is a small family car with a 1587cc petrol engine. 33 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 99% of 2002 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 117,801 miles at 22 years old, CITROEN XSARA PICASSO owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2002 CITROEN XSARA PICASSO Fuel Costs
The 1587cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2002 CITROEN XSARA PICASSO?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,027 (£169/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 55% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
CITROEN XSARA PICASSO Reliability Trend
The CITROEN XSARA PICASSO has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 3 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2002 CITROEN XSARA PICASSO
At 22 years old, the CITROEN XSARA PICASSO is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2006 model has the highest pass rate at 68%. Note: with only 33 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2002 CITROEN XSARA PICASSO
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- MINI MINI (2004) 71% pass rate (+16%) from 36,444 tests
- FORD FOCUS (2004) 69% pass rate (+14%) from 29,927 tests
- FORD FIESTA (2003) 71% pass rate (+16%) from 29,898 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO (2004) 67% pass rate (+12%) from 26,290 tests