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PN59 SYA

2009 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2024
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

110,931 mi
Last recorded110,931 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2024
Typical for 2009 Citroen Xsara64,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN59 SYA
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Fail 23 Sep 2024 110,931 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Spare tyre defective splitting ()

Pass 29 Sep 2023 108,918 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

nearside steering gaiter deteriorated

Fail 27 Sep 2023 108,918 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

nearside steering gaiter deteriorated

Pass 30 Sep 2022 108,234 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Fail 26 Sep 2022 108,234 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced mid outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm also heavily cracked (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2021 107,345 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 105,974 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Fail 15 Sep 2020 105,972 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 24 Sep 2019 102,936 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 25 Sep 2018 99,129 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 96,555 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 88,141 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2016 88,141 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid NOT WORKING (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 71,250 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2015 71,250 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported Back box bracket corroded away (7.1.1)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 54,914 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 40,487 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2013 40,487 miles

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

front brake pads near to 1.5mm limits

Pass 10 Sep 2012 25,854 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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PN59 SYA is a 2009 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 PN59 SYA, 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 PN59 SYA registered?

PN59 SYA is a 2009 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 25 September 2009.

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