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CX09 VHJ

2009 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

97,177 mi
Last recorded97,177 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2017
Typical for 2009 Citroen Xsara64,294 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX09 VHJ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2017 97,177 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 82,130 miles

advise alignment to stop uneven wear to front tyres

Fail 28 Nov 2016 82,130 miles

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

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

advise alignment to stop uneven wear to front tyres

Pass 25 Nov 2015 64,545 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2015 64,533 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported rear box exhaust bracket (7.1.1)

Pass 21 Nov 2014 47,180 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2014 47,172 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Dec 2013 31,784 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Feb 2013 31,023 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 25,718 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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CX09 VHJ is a 2009 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 CX09 VHJ, 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 CX09 VHJ registered?

CX09 VHJ is a 2009 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is CX09 VHJ safe to buy?

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