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RA59 TLJ

2009 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

50,537 mi
Last recorded50,537 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2020
Typical for 2009 Citroen Xsara64,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA59 TLJ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2020 50,537 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2020 50,537 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2019 48,618 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 20 Sep 2019 48,587 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 44,016 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2017 40,766 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 36,775 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 32,593 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2015 32,593 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 27,864 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2014 27,864 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Sep 2013 23,720 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 19,088 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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RA59 TLJ is a 2009 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 RA59 TLJ, 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 RA59 TLJ registered?

RA59 TLJ is a 2009 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 22 September 2009.

Is RA59 TLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA59 TLJ shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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