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SJ59 MSX

2009 Citroen Xsara

Brown Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

36,445 mi
Last recorded36,445 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2018
Typical for 2009 Citroen Xsara64,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ59 MSX
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2009
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2018 36,445 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 31,335 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 27,219 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2016 27,219 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 25,089 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2015 25,089 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 22,665 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 19,334 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 14,608 miles

Backbox securing strap corroded but still secure

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 MSX is a 2009 Citroen Xsara in Brown with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 MSX, 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 MSX registered?

SJ59 MSX is a 2009 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 7 September 2009.

Is SJ59 MSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ59 MSX shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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