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SJ59 MLF

2009 Citroen Xsara

Brown Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2016
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

175,456 mi
Last recorded175,456 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2015
Typical for 2009 Citroen Xsara64,294 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ59 MLF
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2009
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2015 175,456 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 3 Aug 2015 175,456 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 132,500 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2014 132,129 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 96,734 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

o/s/r tyre worn inside edge

Fail 10 Aug 2012 62,331 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

exhaust heat shield loose

oil leak n/s/f diff seal

unable to see front brake pads

Pass 10 Aug 2012 62,331 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

exhaust heat shield loose

oil leak n/s/f diff seal

unable to see front brake pads

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 MLF is a 2009 Citroen Xsara in Brown with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 SJ59 MLF, 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 MLF registered?

SJ59 MLF is a 2009 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 September 2009.

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