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PJ09 HGX

2009 Citroen Xsara

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

129,055 mi
Last recorded129,055 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2021
Typical for 2009 Citroen Xsara64,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ09 HGX
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2021 129,055 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to N/S/R (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 25 Oct 2021 129,054 miles

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

Nearside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to N/S/R (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Mar 2020 104,026 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 95,006 miles

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

Fail 27 Feb 2019 94,860 miles

Exhaust emissions test aborted because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2018 84,175 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2018 84,175 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2017 74,429 miles

Nearside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

engine top cover fitted, engine under tray fitted.

Pass 11 Mar 2016 64,484 miles

Engine covers fitted

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (3.5.1i)

Under trays fitted

Pass 16 Mar 2015 56,051 miles

Child locks active on rear doors

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Rear exhaust hanger bracket snaped

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Mar 2015 56,051 miles

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

Child locks active on rear doors

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Rear exhaust hanger bracket snaped

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Apr 2014 49,984 miles

Childlocks active on rear doors

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear silencer hanger snapped off and silencer loose

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Apr 2013 42,157 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 31,668 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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PJ09 HGX is a 2009 Citroen Xsara in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 PJ09 HGX, 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 PJ09 HGX registered?

PJ09 HGX is a 2009 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 April 2009.

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