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MF59 LZJ

2009 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2025
Tests23 (13 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate56.5%

Mileage

91,397 mi
Last recorded91,397 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2024
Typical for 2009 Citroen Xsara64,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF59 LZJ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 10 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2024 91,397 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front outer sill corroded

underside corroded

Fail 26 Oct 2024 91,397 miles

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front outer sill corroded

underside corroded

Pass 7 Nov 2023 89,856 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front outer sill corroded

corrosion to underside of vehicle

Fail 7 Nov 2023 89,856 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))

Spare wheel carrier insecure (6.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front outer sill corroded

corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 9 Nov 2022 88,219 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge down to 3mm worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

corrosion to underside of vehicle and some suspension items

rear axel corroded

Fail 28 Oct 2022 88,187 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt clip (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt clip (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge down to 3mm worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

corrosion to underside of vehicle and some suspension items

rear axel corroded

Pass 30 Oct 2021 87,120 miles

Nearside Front cv joint clip damage

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

underbody and suspention items corroded

Pass 29 Oct 2020 86,456 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge down to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

antifreeze level low

corrosion to underside of vehicle and some suspension items

Fail 29 Oct 2020 86,456 miles

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge down to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

antifreeze level low

corrosion to underside of vehicle and some suspension items

Pass 5 Nov 2019 84,147 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Nov 2019 84,147 miles

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

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2018 78,520 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2018 78,520 miles

Exhaust system insecure Mid section bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Clip missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases At Back box clamp (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 71,256 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 3 Nov 2017 71,256 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2016 60,713 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2016 60,713 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Nov 2015 52,289 miles

Front exhaust bracket corroding

Fail 2 Nov 2015 52,289 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Back box (7.1.2)

Front exhaust bracket corroding

Pass 30 Oct 2014 46,675 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Oct 2013 39,158 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2013 39,158 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 31,614 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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MF59 LZJ is a 2009 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.5%.

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 MF59 LZJ, 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 MF59 LZJ registered?

MF59 LZJ is a 2009 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 13 November 2009.

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