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GV09 COA

2009 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

114,505 mi
Last recorded114,505 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen Xsara64,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV09 COA
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 114,505 miles
Fail 6 May 2026 114,501 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2025 106,799 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2025 106,794 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2024 98,566 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 90,399 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 84,076 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 77,500 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 75,156 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 73,364 miles

Rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 21 Nov 2018 71,767 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 69,595 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 62,569 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2016 62,569 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 49,154 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

nearside front tyre perished, on 3mm and worn on outer edge

offside front tyre on 3mm and perished 185/65/15

Pass 14 Jun 2014 41,562 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both rear tyres perished 185/65/15H

rear exhaust strap snapped

Pass 13 Jun 2013 35,180 miles

rear exhaust strap snapped

Pass 2 Jun 2012 26,442 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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GV09 COA is a 2009 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GV09 COA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GV09 COA registered?

GV09 COA is a 2009 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 22 June 2009.

Is GV09 COA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV09 COA shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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