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EX59 BYM

2009 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

83,837 mi
Last recorded83,837 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen Xsara64,294 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX59 BYM
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2025 83,837 miles

Front Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated bonnet dented in by the latch (3.1 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65/15 heavy wear on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt all 3 seats ()

Fail 21 Feb 2025 83,824 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements excessive damage (0.1 (d))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated bonnet dented in by the latch (3.1 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65/15 heavy wear on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt all 3 seats ()

Pass 22 Feb 2024 76,177 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 20 Feb 2024 76,163 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Feb 2023 68,413 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end modified, but not inappropriately (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Service brake binding but not excessively Offside Front and Nearside Rear (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Feb 2022 62,159 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres starting to wear on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Feb 2021 56,710 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 52,373 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test air fresheners ()

Pass 19 Feb 2019 46,113 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 39,941 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

exhaust very rusty

rear exhaust box strap broken but still secure

Pass 20 Feb 2017 34,349 miles

cut o/s/f tyre outer side wall

Fail 20 Feb 2017 34,349 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

cut o/s/f tyre outer side wall

Pass 17 Feb 2016 28,776 miles

ALL tyres slightly perishing

Pass 19 Feb 2015 22,571 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Feb 2014 17,641 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Nov 2013 16,693 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 15,098 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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EX59 BYM is a 2009 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 EX59 BYM, 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 EX59 BYM registered?

EX59 BYM is a 2009 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 16 September 2009.

Is EX59 BYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX59 BYM shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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