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OE09 UMJ

2009 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2023
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

137,846 mi
Last recorded137,846 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2022
Typical for 2009 Citroen Xsara64,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE09 UMJ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2022 137,846 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Sump plug (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Spare tyre defective ()

Fail 5 Oct 2022 137,843 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Sump plug (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 16 Sep 2021 135,124 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Suspension components corroded

Pass 2 Sep 2020 133,706 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2020 133,706 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Fail 17 Aug 2020 133,598 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2019 128,222 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 118,428 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2017 106,241 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2017 106,238 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 92,229 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2016 92,229 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 77,221 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 69,448 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 Aug 2014 69,448 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Aug 2013 58,454 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 16 Aug 2013 58,454 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)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 21 Aug 2012 45,936 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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OE09 UMJ is a 2009 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 OE09 UMJ, 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 OE09 UMJ registered?

OE09 UMJ is a 2009 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 21 August 2009.

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