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LY09 DZT

2009 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2025
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

100,409 mi
Last recorded100,409 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2024
Typical for 2009 Citroen Xsara64,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY09 DZT
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2024 100,409 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 8 Jul 2024 100,393 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2023 94,548 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 8 Jul 2022 88,401 miles

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

Fail 8 Jul 2022 88,401 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Jul 2021 80,404 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONT INNER AND OUTER HAS NO TREAD (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Jul 2021 80,404 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced out sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Exhaust mounting defective center box at back (6.1.2 (a))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONT INNER AND OUTER HAS NO TREAD (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 72,142 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 65,018 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2019 65,018 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 28 Dec 2018 64,345 miles

corrosion on exhaust

Pass 15 Dec 2017 57,607 miles

slight corrosion on exhaust

Fail 15 Dec 2017 57,607 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir retaining device insecure (3.6.A.2d)

slight corrosion on exhaust

Pass 28 Dec 2016 53,449 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2016 53,449 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 22 Dec 2015 49,021 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

slight corrosion on exhaust

Pass 19 Dec 2014 40,967 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2014 40,967 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 25,957 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2012 20,809 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 20,809 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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LY09 DZT is a 2009 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 LY09 DZT, 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 LY09 DZT registered?

LY09 DZT is a 2009 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 20 July 2009.

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