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LX59 TSU

2009 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

71,203 mi
Last recorded71,203 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen Xsara64,294 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX59 TSU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 71,203 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 60,155 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And 10 years old (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And 10 years old (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Jun 2025 60,132 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

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

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And 10 years old (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And 10 years old (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jun 2024 48,270 miles

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

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

Pass 9 May 2023 44,968 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 44,496 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2021 43,825 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2020 42,802 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 41,931 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2019 41,931 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 40,108 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 37,749 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2017 37,749 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 34,146 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 30,555 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 25,767 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 20,487 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 14,966 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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LX59 TSU is a 2009 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,560cc diesel 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 LX59 TSU, 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 LX59 TSU registered?

LX59 TSU is a 2009 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is LX59 TSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX59 TSU 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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