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BV09 OLK

2009 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2022
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

108,770 mi
Last recorded108,770 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2021
Typical for 2009 Citroen Xsara64,294 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV09 OLK
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2021 108,770 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2021 108,770 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2019 91,145 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Dec 2019 91,145 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jan 2019 85,694 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2019 85,694 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2018 75,924 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 75,001 miles

engine and under trays fitted

Fail 27 Sep 2017 75,001 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

engine and under trays fitted

Pass 28 Sep 2016 67,482 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Oct 2015 58,897 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2014 49,220 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 49,220 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 39,395 miles

Rear silencer mounting strap broken. Spare tyre missing.

Fail 8 Oct 2013 39,395 miles

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

Rear silencer mounting strap broken. Spare tyre missing.

Spare wheel carrier insecure (6.4.2)

Pass 11 Oct 2012 30,945 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 25,779 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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BV09 OLK is a 2009 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 BV09 OLK, 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 BV09 OLK registered?

BV09 OLK is a 2009 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 2 March 2009.

Is BV09 OLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV09 OLK shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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