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SM09 VZD

2009 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

152,944 mi
Last recorded152,944 miles
Recorded on12 May 2020
Typical for 2009 Citroen Xsara64,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM09 VZD
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2020 152,944 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 12 May 2020 152,944 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 May 2019 141,293 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 127,909 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2017 114,918 miles
Fail 12 May 2017 114,918 miles

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill holed and corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 18 May 2016 101,820 miles

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill is corroded and soft but not holed (5.2.6)

Fail 16 May 2016 101,810 miles

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill holed and corroded [has been repaired with filler] (5.2.6)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill is corroded and soft but not holed (5.2.6)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 89,578 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 76,022 miles

advise rear exhaust hanger is corroded

Pass 20 Jun 2013 62,487 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)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 47,478 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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SM09 VZD is a 2009 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SM09 VZD, 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 SM09 VZD registered?

SM09 VZD is a 2009 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 10 July 2009.

Is SM09 VZD safe to buy?

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