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AY09 XRO

2009 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2021
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

108,552 mi
Last recorded108,552 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2021
Typical for 2009 Citroen Xsara64,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY09 XRO
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Fail 2 Nov 2021 108,552 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Outer CV boot clip broken (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front brake discs corroded to inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre wearing low across tread measured at 2.5mm (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 worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre wearing low across tread measured at 2.14mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 100,526 miles

Exhaust mounting defective rear section (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 9 Nov 2020 100,523 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements sticker within margin (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

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

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements sticker within margin (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust mounting defective rear section (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Oct 2019 92,150 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 17 Oct 2019 92,150 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Nov 2018 85,288 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2018 85,288 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2017 81,176 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring full view of inspection.

Pass 18 Oct 2016 72,248 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear exhaust clamp broken metal

Fail 18 Oct 2016 72,248 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear exhaust clamp broken metal

Pass 11 Nov 2015 62,044 miles

child seat fitted to n,s and os, rear

Fail 4 Nov 2015 61,803 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

child seat fitted to n,s and os, rear

rear exhaust bracket rusted but supporting exhaust

Fail 16 Oct 2014 52,458 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Oct 2014 52,458 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 4 Nov 2013 46,661 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 20,562 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 Nov 2012 20,551 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Mar 2012 16,736 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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AY09 XRO is a 2009 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 AY09 XRO, 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 AY09 XRO registered?

AY09 XRO is a 2009 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 27 March 2009.

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