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FY59 DHM

2009 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

81,645 mi
Last recorded81,645 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen Xsara64,294 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY59 DHM
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 81,645 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear and at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

exhaust system corroded

Pass 6 Dec 2024 75,289 miles

Center exhaust showing signs of wear

Pass 19 Dec 2023 67,749 miles

Exhaust worn

Pass 8 Dec 2022 63,076 miles

Rear exhaust worn

Fail 8 Dec 2022 63,076 miles

Rear exhaust worn

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 58,801 miles

Exhaust corroded

Outersills undersealed.

R/n/side tyre edges worn

Rear Tailgate valance damaged.

Pass 10 Dec 2020 55,252 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2019 52,984 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Dec 2019 52,971 miles

Nearside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2018 50,236 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2017 47,974 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 45,354 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 22 Aug 2016 45,354 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 40,535 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2015 40,535 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 13 Aug 2014 36,204 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2014 36,204 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 31,559 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 24,526 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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FY59 DHM is a 2009 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 FY59 DHM, 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 FY59 DHM registered?

FY59 DHM is a 2009 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 3 September 2009.

Is FY59 DHM safe to buy?

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