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SK59 UPW

2009 Citroen Xsara

Brown Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

152,005 mi
Last recorded152,005 miles
Recorded on23 May 2019
Typical for 2009 Citroen Xsara64,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK59 UPW
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2009
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 May 2019 152,005 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 May 2018 135,792 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 124,022 miles

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

Fail 2 Aug 2017 124,012 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2016 108,343 miles

Offside Front Upper Steering system slightly tight strut mounting (2.2.D.1)

Fail 11 Aug 2016 108,334 miles

Emissions not tested excessive smoke from exhaust (7.3.A.1)

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

Offside Front Upper Steering system slightly tight strut mounting (2.2.D.1)

Fail 20 Aug 2015 92,607 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2015 92,607 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 74,869 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2014 74,869 miles

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

exhaust rear hanger snapped/corroded

Pass 22 Aug 2013 54,913 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Aug 2012 38,704 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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SK59 UPW is a 2009 Citroen Xsara in Brown with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SK59 UPW, 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 SK59 UPW registered?

SK59 UPW is a 2009 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 September 2009.

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