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MJ09 XZH

2009 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Oct 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

65,495 mi
Last recorded65,495 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen Xsara64,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ09 XZH
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 65,495 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 63,509 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2023 60,963 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2023 60,963 miles

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

Steering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 58,422 miles

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

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

Offside Front slight play in steering wheel

Fail 20 Sep 2022 58,403 miles

Front Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

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

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

Offside Front slight play in steering wheel

Pass 19 Oct 2021 54,537 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 53,406 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2020 53,405 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 50,071 miles

Offside front drive shaft joint: constant velocity boot insecure, but prevents the ingress of dirt

Fail 11 Jun 2019 50,071 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside front drive shaft joint: constant velocity boot insecure, but prevents the ingress of dirt

Pass 13 Jun 2018 46,455 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 42,751 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 37,983 miles

Nearside rear tyre has minor cracks in tread/sidewalls

Pass 11 Jun 2015 33,945 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 30,036 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2014 30,036 miles

Nearside Front 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 11 Jun 2013 25,254 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 18,795 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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MJ09 XZH 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 73.7%.

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 MJ09 XZH, 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 MJ09 XZH registered?

MJ09 XZH is a 2009 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 20 July 2009.

Is MJ09 XZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ09 XZH shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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