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GU09 BZH

2009 Citroen Xsara

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

105,890 mi
Last recorded105,890 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen Xsara64,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU09 BZH
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 105,890 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2026 105,890 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Fail 23 May 2026 105,877 miles

Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Nearside + Offside (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension components corroded

Pass 18 Mar 2025 103,601 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 101,611 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Feb 2023 95,194 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Nearside + Offside (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside + Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside + Offside / Pads obscured for good inspection (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Surface rust on Axle + Anti roll bar

Spare tyre defective

Pass 12 Feb 2022 85,635 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pads obscured for visual inspection

Fail 12 Feb 2022 85,635 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pads obscured for visual inspection

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Feb 2021 76,743 miles

All brake pads and discs obscured for visual inspection because of the wheel trims

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

Fail 13 Feb 2021 76,743 miles

All brake pads and discs obscured for visual inspection because of the wheel trims

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Feb 2020 65,774 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Feb 2020 65,661 miles

Exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2019 55,046 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 49,615 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 44,158 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 37,915 miles

child seat fitted

nsf tyre wearing on outer edge

underguard fitted

Pass 27 Mar 2015 32,456 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 26,803 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 21,433 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2013 21,433 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2012 17,310 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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GU09 BZH is a 2009 Citroen Xsara in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 GU09 BZH, 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 GU09 BZH registered?

GU09 BZH is a 2009 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 April 2009.

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