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GV09 XSM

2009 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

111,618 mi
Last recorded111,618 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen Xsara64,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV09 XSM
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 111,618 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2026 111,617 miles

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2025 106,587 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2025 106,584 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Mar 2024 101,352 miles

Nearside Front Outer sill corroded

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Apr 2023 95,661 miles

Nearside Front Holed corrosion to outer sill outside of prescribed area

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 18 Apr 2023 95,659 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))

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

Nearside Front Holed corrosion to outer sill outside of prescribed area

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2022 91,347 miles

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

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Aug 2022 91,347 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 85,177 miles

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

Fail 3 Aug 2021 85,177 miles

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 31 Jul 2020 80,650 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2019 75,539 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2018 67,212 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 14 Aug 2017 61,086 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 54,490 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 48,405 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 41,642 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 34,044 miles

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

nearside front tyre getting low

rear exhaust hanger corroded

Pass 31 Jul 2012 23,843 miles

slight damage to nearside front tyre outer sidewall

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 XSM is a 2009 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 XSM, 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 GV09 XSM registered?

GV09 XSM is a 2009 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 28 August 2009.

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