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RO09 XBJ

2009 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

99,329 mi
Last recorded99,329 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2023
Typical for 2009 Citroen Xsara64,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO09 XBJ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2023 99,329 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides. (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 8 Jun 2022 95,408 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 90,738 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective But exhaust is still secure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Jun 2020 86,113 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 81,917 miles

Rear exhaust strap corroded

Pass 29 May 2018 75,279 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 66,017 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 56,609 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 47,849 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 25 Apr 2014 37,782 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

nearside rear tyre wearing unevenly

Pass 25 Apr 2014 37,782 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing unevenly

Pass 23 May 2013 31,309 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2012 23,816 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING ON INNER EDGES

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

REAR SEATS NOT FITTED

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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RO09 XBJ is a 2009 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 RO09 XBJ, 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 RO09 XBJ registered?

RO09 XBJ is a 2009 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 9 May 2009.

Is RO09 XBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO09 XBJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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