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FV59 VGC

2009 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Dec 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

23,660 mi
Last recorded23,660 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen Xsara64,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV59 VGC
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 23,660 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 17 Dec 2025 23,660 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2024 23,186 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2023 22,477 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2022 21,723 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Dec 2021 20,869 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 20,217 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2019 19,586 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2018 17,836 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 18 Dec 2018 17,836 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Dec 2017 15,774 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2017 15,773 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Spare is new (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Dec 2016 13,951 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 12,288 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 10,130 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2014 10,130 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 24 Dec 2013 8,197 miles

n/s front tyre outer sidewall damaged & perished

Pass 21 Dec 2012 6,272 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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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FV59 VGC is a 2009 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FV59 VGC, 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 FV59 VGC registered?

FV59 VGC is a 2009 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 December 2009.

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