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YD09 YVL

2009 Citroen Xsara

Brown Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

90,833 mi
Last recorded90,833 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2024
Typical for 2009 Citroen Xsara64,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD09 YVL
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2009
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Fail 22 Feb 2024 90,833 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Nearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill/floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill/floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2023 89,963 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2022 88,507 miles

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

Fail 8 Mar 2022 88,507 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2021 87,408 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 85,765 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 19 Feb 2019 81,692 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Mar 2018 76,860 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 70,139 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 63,417 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 56,252 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 48,584 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2014 48,584 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2013 41,498 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 32,545 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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YD09 YVL is a 2009 Citroen Xsara in Brown with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YD09 YVL, 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 YD09 YVL registered?

YD09 YVL is a 2009 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 14 March 2009.

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