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SK09 MVP

2009 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

42,787 mi
Last recorded42,787 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen Xsara64,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK09 MVP
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 42,787 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 41,109 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 39,632 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Jul 2023 39,608 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. incorrect size 185 60 15 (5.2.3 (b))

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp earthing fault (4.2.3 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2022 36,973 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2022 36,973 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2021 35,147 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 33,138 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear in parts (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 14 Jul 2020 33,137 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cracked to cord (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear in parts (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Jul 2019 31,215 miles

Nearside Rear lamp lens damaged in part

Pass 22 Jun 2018 29,698 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose REAR BOX BRACKET DETERATING (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Jun 2018 29,698 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose REAR BOX BRACKET DETERATING (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 27,846 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2017 27,821 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2016 25,869 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 11 Jul 2016 25,863 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 23,195 miles

Nearside Rear light unit has light damage

Pass 16 Jul 2014 19,958 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 16,760 miles

nearside front tyre cracked on sidewall

nearside rear tyre cracked on sidewall

rear exhaust strap broken but system still adequately supported

Pass 19 Jul 2012 11,956 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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SK09 MVP is a 2009 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 SK09 MVP, 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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SK09 MVP is a 2009 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 18 July 2009.

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