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BV09 WHK

2009 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

92,035 mi
Last recorded92,035 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen Xsara64,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV09 WHK
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 92,035 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2026 92,035 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2025 88,905 miles

Nearside Rear outer sill showing signs of corrosion

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 29 Apr 2024 80,176 miles

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Fail 22 Apr 2024 80,043 miles

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

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Apr 2023 72,611 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2023 72,611 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Apr 2023 72,519 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2022 67,102 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2021 60,934 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded slightly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

os outer sill corroded and holed in non prescribed area

Fail 18 May 2021 60,934 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure perished and cracked to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded slightly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished and cracking and cut in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

os outer sill corroded and holed in non prescribed area

Pass 21 May 2020 54,414 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front outer sill corroded in non prescribed area

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing os and ns rear tyres starting to perish and crack and both have cuts in tread, ns wearing uneven on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 21 May 2020 54,405 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front outer sill corroded in non prescribed area

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing os and ns rear tyres starting to perish and crack and both have cuts in tread, ns wearing uneven on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 47,887 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 47,706 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2019 47,706 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2018 45,079 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2018 41,751 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 7 Mar 2017 36,009 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 32,437 miles

Rear wiper blade is deteriorated

advise plastic engine under tray fitted at time of test

Pass 25 Mar 2015 29,559 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Mar 2014 25,376 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2013 21,233 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 16,770 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 WHK is a 2009 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 BV09 WHK, 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 WHK registered?

BV09 WHK is a 2009 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 March 2009.

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