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PE09 YVG

2009 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

90,176 mi
Last recorded90,176 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen Xsara64,294 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE09 YVG
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 90,176 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive Coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 23 Jul 2026 90,176 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive Coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2025 83,413 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 80,144 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 77,338 miles

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

Fail 25 Apr 2023 77,289 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Pass 3 May 2022 73,561 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 68,169 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2020 65,712 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 61,841 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2019 61,841 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 21 Apr 2018 56,438 miles

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

Fail 21 Apr 2018 56,438 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 52,085 miles

Rear tyres close to limit

Pass 16 Apr 2016 49,791 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 47,615 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2015 47,615 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 45,305 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2014 45,305 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2013 33,705 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2012 29,186 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Feb 2012 29,186 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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PE09 YVG is a 2009 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 PE09 YVG, 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 PE09 YVG registered?

PE09 YVG is a 2009 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 9 March 2009.

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