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LV09 KFW

2009 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

106,631 mi
Last recorded106,631 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen Xsara64,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV09 KFW
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 106,631 miles

Rear Axle deformed but serviceable corroded (5.1.1 (a))

slight oil leak

Fail 7 Apr 2026 106,627 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Axle deformed but serviceable corroded (5.1.1 (a))

slight oil leak

Pass 5 Apr 2025 104,884 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2024 104,243 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust fumes entering cabin Injector leaking (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Back Box (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 98,794 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2023 98,794 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2022 97,992 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2022 94,224 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Jan 2021 86,929 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2020 82,602 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2020 82,602 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2019 75,289 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 69,382 miles

Front front wipers has split ends but still able to clear thewinscreen

Fail 23 Jan 2018 69,382 miles

Front front wipers has split ends but still able to clear thewinscreen

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 Feb 2017 65,431 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 56,439 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2016 56,439 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Mar 2015 46,464 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

all tyres deteriorating

Pass 20 Mar 2014 26,403 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 20,922 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 15,938 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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LV09 KFW is a 2009 Citroen Xsara in Grey 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 LV09 KFW, 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 LV09 KFW registered?

LV09 KFW is a 2009 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 April 2009.

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