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VN56 ZZU

2006 Citroen Xsara Picasso

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Dec 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

64,713 mi
Last recorded64,713 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Citroen Xsara Picasso62,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN56 ZZU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara Picasso
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 64,713 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2025 64,713 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 11 Dec 2024 63,065 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2024 63,065 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 75% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 75% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 14 Dec 2023 61,160 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2022 59,707 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2021 58,765 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 57,118 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 55,509 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 52,384 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2018 52,383 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2017 49,460 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 44,516 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 40,133 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 36,348 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 32,079 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 27,098 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 28 Nov 2011 22,561 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 18,181 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2010 18,181 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Dec 2009 14,335 miles

Oil leak (filter housing or switch)?

How Reliable is the Citroen Xsara Picasso?

Based on 11,608 MOT tests across 657 vehicles.

71.6%
Pass Rate
5,032
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
657
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 157
Stop lamp not working 116
Registration plate lamp not working 108
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 94
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 92
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VN56 ZZU is a 2006 Citroen Xsara Picasso in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2006 Citroen Xsara Picasso models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 62,562 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen Xsara Picasso fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 157 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VN56 ZZU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Xsara Picasso typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 20 years old, this Citroen Xsara Picasso is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VN56 ZZU registered?

VN56 ZZU is a 2006 Citroen Xsara Picasso, first registered on 23 December 2006.

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