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NL59 YKA

2009 Citroen Xsara

Brown Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2020
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

137,859 mi
Last recorded137,859 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2019
Typical for 2009 Citroen Xsara64,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL59 YKA
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2009
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2019 137,859 miles

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

Nearside Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 8 Aug 2019 137,859 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

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

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

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

Nearside Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 133,680 miles

Sills corroded.

Pass 9 Aug 2017 125,340 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2017 125,340 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching badly frayed (+ weakened) (5.2.2b)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 105,122 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 85,728 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Wheel stud covers fitted not allowing full inspection of the wheel studs

front brake pads worn

Fail 31 Jul 2015 85,728 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

advise unable to check wheel studs due to covers fitted

Pass 12 Sep 2014 69,192 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

advise n/s front tyre outer edge getting worn

advise small oil leak

advise unable to check wheel studs due to covers fitted

Fail 12 Sep 2014 69,192 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

advise n/s front tyre outer edge getting worn

advise small oil leak

advise unable to check wheel studs due to covers fitted

Pass 3 Oct 2013 54,402 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

advise unable to check wheel studs due to covers fitted

Fail 3 Oct 2013 54,401 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

advise unable to check wheel studs due to covers fitted

Pass 23 Oct 2012 39,824 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

advise o/s rear tyre starting to split inner edge

advise unable to check wheel studs due to covers fitted

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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NL59 YKA is a 2009 Citroen Xsara in Brown with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 NL59 YKA, 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 NL59 YKA registered?

NL59 YKA is a 2009 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 26 September 2009.

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