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SP09 RSY

2009 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

97,372 mi
Last recorded97,372 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen Xsara64,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP09 RSY
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 97,372 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

all suspension components showing age related corrosion none seriously weakened at this time

Fail 10 Mar 2026 97,359 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength at outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

all suspension components showing age related corrosion none seriously weakened at this time

Pass 5 Mar 2025 94,351 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

all suspension components showing corrosion none seriously weakened at this time

offside outer sill holed at front but out with a prescribed area

Pass 11 Mar 2024 91,598 miles

Offside Front outer sill corroded and holed but out with a prescribed area

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 7 Mar 2024 91,593 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced at outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength at outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front outer sill corroded and holed but out with a prescribed area

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Mar 2023 90,459 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

n/s outer sill corroded outwith prescribed area

o/s outer sill corroded outwith prescribed area

rear axle corroded

Pass 10 Mar 2022 88,932 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive at outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 8 Mar 2022 88,922 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength at outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive at outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Feb 2021 87,668 miles

both sills corroded

under trays fitted

Fail 18 Feb 2021 87,668 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

both sills corroded

under trays fitted

Pass 14 Feb 2020 85,722 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 83,252 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 81,765 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear tyre bald on outer edge

Rear brake pipes coated in fresh grease

Pass 17 Feb 2017 77,886 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn outside edge

Pass 29 Feb 2016 64,675 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 48,349 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 32,752 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 19,625 miles

Front discs worn

Pass 21 Feb 2012 15,260 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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SP09 RSY is a 2009 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 SP09 RSY, 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 SP09 RSY registered?

SP09 RSY is a 2009 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 5 March 2009.

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