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SJ59 MKE

2009 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

126,104 mi
Last recorded126,104 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2022
Typical for 2009 Citroen Xsara64,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ59 MKE
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2022 126,104 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively N/S and O/S (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 119,463 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2021 119,459 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Power steering ram leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 7 Feb 2020 114,005 miles

Central Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2018 99,921 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2018 99,921 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2017 95,983 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2017 95,983 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Dec 2016 91,725 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 85,701 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 81,381 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 75,582 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2012 69,297 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 69,275 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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SJ59 MKE is a 2009 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 SJ59 MKE, 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 SJ59 MKE registered?

SJ59 MKE is a 2009 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 4 September 2009.

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