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LX59 VEL

2009 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

43,948 mi
Last recorded43,948 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen Xsara64,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX59 VEL
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2026 43,948 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 18 Sep 2026 43,947 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2025 43,125 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2024 42,143 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 41,033 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2023 41,033 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 39,496 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 37,219 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 34,564 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 31,610 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 30,485 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 27,975 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 26,240 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 24,389 miles

n/s/f ,o/s/f and o/s/r tyre's are cracking in outer area of tread

n/s/r tyre has damage to outer side wall

Pass 10 Sep 2014 19,096 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 15,837 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 11,949 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 VEL is a 2009 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 VEL, 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 VEL registered?

LX59 VEL is a 2009 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 25 September 2009.

Is LX59 VEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX59 VEL shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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