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WN59 UPM

2009 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests25 (14 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate56%

Mileage

86,139 mi
Last recorded86,139 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen Xsara64,294 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN59 UPM
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

14 pass 11 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 86,139 miles

near side rear tyre wearing on outer edge

off side rear tyre wearing low and has age related cracking in tread pattern

Fail 27 Oct 2025 86,138 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

near side rear tyre wearing on outer edge

off side rear tyre wearing low and has age related cracking in tread pattern

Pass 14 Nov 2024 78,711 miles

both front suspension arm rear bushes spliting

front brake pads starting to get low

off side wiper poor

Fail 14 Nov 2024 78,709 miles

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

front brake pads starting to get low

off side wiper poor

Pass 26 Oct 2023 72,613 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2023 72,613 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2022 67,171 miles

near side front tyre worn on outer edge

near side rear tyre worn on outer edge

off side rear tyre slight cracking in tread pattern

Fail 11 Nov 2022 67,171 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

near side front tyre worn on outer edge

near side rear tyre worn on outer edge

off side rear tyre slight cracking in tread pattern

Pass 20 Nov 2021 62,299 miles

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 20 Nov 2021 62,299 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 57,075 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 53,136 miles

front brake pads getting low

Fail 11 Oct 2019 52,972 miles

Central Rear Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

both front tyres worn on edges

front brake pads getting low

Pass 16 Oct 2018 49,045 miles

slight wear to outer edge of near side front tyre

Pass 12 Oct 2017 44,227 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2017 44,227 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 10 Oct 2016 38,629 miles

R TYRES SHOW SIGNS OF FOULING ARCH LINERS.

Fail 10 Oct 2016 38,629 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

R TYRES SHOW SIGNS OF FOULING ARCH LINERS.

Pass 15 Oct 2015 33,429 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2015 33,429 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 185/65/15 (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 185/65/15 (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 18 Oct 2014 28,046 miles

FRONT PADS STARTING TO WEAR LOW AND DISCS LIPPED REAR INICATORS STARTING TO LOSE THERE AMBER COLOUR

Fail 18 Oct 2014 28,046 miles

FRONT PADS STARTING TO WEAR LOW AND DISCS LIPPED REAR INICATORS STARTING TO LOSE THERE AMBER COLOUR

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Oct 2013 21,991 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2012 15,156 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Wiper Split

Pass 5 Oct 2012 15,156 miles

Rear Wiper Split

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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WN59 UPM is a 2009 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56%.

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 WN59 UPM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WN59 UPM registered?

WN59 UPM is a 2009 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 24 October 2009.

Is WN59 UPM safe to buy?

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