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PJ09 VSC

2009 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

121,880 mi
Last recorded121,880 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2024
Typical for 2009 Citroen Xsara64,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ09 VSC
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2024 121,880 miles

Outer vehicle sills corrosions

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened accessories and mounting areas (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 27 Apr 2023 108,593 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 92,742 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 81,831 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 79,785 miles

back box clamp broken but secured

Pass 18 Mar 2020 77,878 miles

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

Rear exhaust box mounting corroding..

Fail 18 Mar 2020 77,876 miles

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

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

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

Rear exhaust box mounting corroding..

Pass 9 Apr 2019 74,798 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 69,158 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2018 69,158 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Apr 2017 61,273 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 53,885 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 45,435 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 37,452 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 30,519 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 VSC is a 2009 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 PJ09 VSC, 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 VSC registered?

PJ09 VSC is a 2009 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 29 June 2009.

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