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AV09 VRJ

2009 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

107,406 mi
Last recorded107,406 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen Xsara64,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV09 VRJ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 107,406 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2025 93,778 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2024 81,388 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2023 70,098 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 69,429 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2022 69,427 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2021 64,810 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Jun 2021 64,810 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken broken almost in contact with inner tyre sidewall (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2020 61,292 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 55,499 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 49,442 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 47,537 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 46,242 miles

Offside Rear tyre split/perished

Rear exhaust mounting strap broken

Pass 29 May 2015 43,156 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 38,879 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 34,447 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 27,095 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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AV09 VRJ is a 2009 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 AV09 VRJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV09 VRJ registered?

AV09 VRJ is a 2009 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 29 June 2009.

Is AV09 VRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV09 VRJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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