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WV09 DXR

2009 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

50,908 mi
Last recorded50,908 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen Xsara64,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV09 DXR
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 50,908 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres - recommended (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2025 45,536 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 on outer sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 26 Mar 2025 45,536 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 on outer sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Mar 2024 43,536 miles

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))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2023 41,421 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Mar 2023 41,396 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2022 39,787 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 39,295 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 38,740 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 37,570 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 35,651 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 33,682 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 31,834 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 28,806 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 24,682 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 21,126 miles

rear wiper split

Fail 19 Mar 2013 21,125 miles

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

rear wiper split

screw in o/s/r tyre

Pass 10 Mar 2012 16,973 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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WV09 DXR is a 2009 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 WV09 DXR, 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 WV09 DXR registered?

WV09 DXR is a 2009 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 26 March 2009.

Is WV09 DXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV09 DXR shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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