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AF59 XVG

2009 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

167,245 mi
Last recorded167,245 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen Xsara64,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF59 XVG
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 167,245 miles

Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear body corroded

Pass 29 Apr 2025 159,983 miles

Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (both sides) (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2024 151,630 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (both side) (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Apr 2023 144,005 miles

Exhaust mounting defective rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both side rear (5.3.2 (c))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

front sub frame, rear axle components, both side brake pipe, both side inner sills corroded

slight play in steering joints

Pass 3 May 2022 142,948 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 3 May 2022 142,948 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2021 142,399 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 136,805 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective rear exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 125,859 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing fronts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2018 112,588 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective rear exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 100,550 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2017 100,550 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 91,401 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2016 91,401 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 81,538 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

child seat fitted and not allowing full inspection of an adult seat belt

passenger airbag de-activated

Pass 12 Aug 2014 74,030 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 61,521 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 46,224 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen Xsara?

Based on 5,047,330 MOT tests across 355,498 vehicles.

69.1%
Pass Rate
7,021
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
355,498
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 242,573
Registration plate lamp not working 140,363
Stop lamp not working 132,977
position lamp(s) not working 129,143
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 102,720
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AF59 XVG is a 2009 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2009 Citroen Xsara models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 64,294 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen Xsara fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 242,573 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF59 XVG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Xsara typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 17 years old, this Citroen Xsara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AF59 XVG registered?

AF59 XVG is a 2009 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 3 September 2009.

Is AF59 XVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF59 XVG shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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