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WN09 SYW

2009 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

168,224 mi
Last recorded168,224 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2019
Typical for 2009 Citroen Xsara64,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN09 SYW
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2019 168,224 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Jun 2019 168,224 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 147,612 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 30 May 2018 147,479 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

induction noisey

Pass 28 Jun 2017 114,349 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2017 114,321 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Fail 26 Jun 2017 114,310 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 16 Jun 2016 83,106 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2016 83,152 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 61,774 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 59,111 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 49,465 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 39,827 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 29,690 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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WN09 SYW is a 2009 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 WN09 SYW, 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 WN09 SYW registered?

WN09 SYW is a 2009 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 March 2009.

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The MOT history for WN09 SYW shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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