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FV09 EVL

2009 Citroen Xsara

Brown Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

99,315 mi
Last recorded99,315 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen Xsara64,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV09 EVL
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2009
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 99,315 miles

Offside OUTER SILL SLIGHTLY CORRODED

Pass 20 Feb 2025 96,405 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 20 Feb 2025 96,404 miles

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 20 Feb 2024 92,257 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2023 87,502 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2023 87,498 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit plate limit 1.80 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2022 83,508 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 79,337 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2021 79,337 miles

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 Feb 2020 75,814 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2020 75,814 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Feb 2019 71,382 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2019 71,381 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Feb 2018 66,390 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2018 66,389 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 65,703 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 58,849 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2016 58,849 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 55,860 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 47,369 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2014 47,369 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 38,521 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 29,641 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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FV09 EVL is a 2009 Citroen Xsara in Brown with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 FV09 EVL, 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 FV09 EVL registered?

FV09 EVL is a 2009 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 25 July 2009.

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