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M13 LAC

2009 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

68,530 mi
Last recorded68,530 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen Xsara64,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM13 LAC
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2026 68,530 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2025 65,647 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2024 62,553 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Sep 2023 59,212 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2022 55,937 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 53,949 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 52,293 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 49,864 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 47,034 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Aug 2017 43,324 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2017 43,324 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported rear box (7.1.1)

Pass 11 Aug 2016 39,388 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 37,862 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2015 37,860 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2014 32,878 miles

rear wiper blade req soon

Fail 12 Sep 2013 26,797 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 26,797 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2012 21,948 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 21,948 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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M13 LAC is a 2009 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 M13 LAC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M13 LAC registered?

M13 LAC is a 2009 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 24 September 2009.

Is M13 LAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for M13 LAC shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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