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BT58 GMU

2009 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2022
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

155,684 mi
Last recorded155,684 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2021
Typical for 2009 Citroen Xsara64,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT58 GMU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2021 155,684 miles

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

Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Oct 2021 155,684 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2020 144,522 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 134,884 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Oct 2019 134,884 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 123,080 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 117,338 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2017 117,333 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 Oct 2016 114,761 miles

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 28 Jan 2013 112,516 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 82,615 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2012 82,556 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside & nearside rear light clusters loose but not liable to fall off

Plastic hub caps fitted

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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BT58 GMU is a 2009 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BT58 GMU, 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 BT58 GMU registered?

BT58 GMU is a 2009 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 6 February 2009.

Is BT58 GMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT58 GMU shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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