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WJ09 MZF

2009 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2024
Tests21 (11 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate52.4%

Mileage

96,353 mi
Last recorded96,353 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2024
Typical for 2009 Citroen Xsara64,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ09 MZF
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 10 fail
Fail 15 Nov 2024 96,353 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Exhaust particulate filter obviously defective (8.2.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Dangerous failures have been entered and is now unlawful to drive this car on the road until repairs completed.

Items in the rear were moved to allow test of seat belts please ensure you check before driving away

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Vehicle emits so much smoke that a retest will not be performed until checked visually outside to prevent damage to the equipment

Pass 18 Apr 2023 77,411 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s/rear (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Apr 2023 77,406 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sills at front by seat mounts both n/s and o/s (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s/rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 71,318 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2021 71,317 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 67,306 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2020 67,304 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury light lense broken (6.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Aug 2019 64,131 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2019 64,129 miles

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

Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety LEAK DIRECTLY ONTO EXHAUST ,RISK OF FIRE (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Aug 2018 58,530 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2018 58,530 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2017 53,324 miles

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

Fail 14 Aug 2017 53,324 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2016 48,252 miles

advise os r no plate lamp loose . advise front washers weak in need of attention

Pass 25 Aug 2015 44,481 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2015 44,481 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Fail 29 Aug 2014 38,646 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

o/s/r n/s/r tyres perrishing all over

Pass 29 Aug 2014 38,646 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

o/s/r n/s/r tyres perrishing all over

Pass 23 Aug 2013 30,257 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2013 30,247 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 18,157 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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WJ09 MZF is a 2009 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.4%.

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 WJ09 MZF, 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 WJ09 MZF registered?

WJ09 MZF is a 2009 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 23 April 2009.

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