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CE09 SBO

2009 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

105,956 mi
Last recorded105,956 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen Xsara64,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE09 SBO
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 105,956 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 Mar 2025 104,831 miles

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

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 16 Nov 2023 103,231 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2022 101,515 miles

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

Fail 1 Nov 2022 101,515 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 1 Nov 2022 101,515 miles

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

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

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 1 Nov 2021 99,195 miles

Front Lower Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 94,147 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 90,111 miles

Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2018 83,480 miles

Central Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Under vehicle suspension components corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Central Rear Lower Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Tow bar corroded. (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2017 78,790 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2017 78,790 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Dec 2016 74,929 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 66,700 miles

Rear childe seat fitted

rear exhaust strap rusty

Pass 5 Dec 2014 52,930 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

rear exhaust srap rusty

Pass 31 Oct 2013 39,583 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

rear exhust box braket rusty

Pass 29 Oct 2012 26,832 miles

advise n/s/r tyre perishing on outer sidewall

Pass 5 Mar 2012 24,556 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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CE09 SBO is a 2009 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 CE09 SBO, 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 CE09 SBO registered?

CE09 SBO is a 2009 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 16 March 2009.

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