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AK59 KNU

2009 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

99,247 mi
Last recorded99,247 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen Xsara64,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK59 KNU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 99,247 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 26 Jan 2026 99,247 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose clamp (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2025 91,392 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive around steering rack area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65-15 on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65-15 inner edge @2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and has uneven wear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 29 Jan 2025 91,392 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive around steering rack area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65-15 on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65-15 inner edge @2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and has uneven wear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2024 82,396 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Fail 8 Nov 2023 82,283 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure center mounting missing (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 10 Nov 2022 76,723 miles

Central Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated tiny split (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective junilee cliped up (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 10 Nov 2022 76,723 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut showing cords 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Central Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated tiny split (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective junilee cliped up (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 72,065 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe to o/s/r corroded in clips and along rear beam. (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing small cut in tyre. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Upper coil spring hitting on body on lock to lock.

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

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage pressure switch (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 67,382 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage pressure switch (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 14 May 2019 60,551 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 50,737 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 47,517 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 43,517 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2015 43,517 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 9 Sep 2014 37,759 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2014 37,759 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 4 Sep 2013 31,488 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 4 Sep 2013 31,488 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 26,504 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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AK59 KNU is a 2009 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AK59 KNU, 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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AK59 KNU is a 2009 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 September 2009.

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