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YF09 VDT

2009 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

94,451 mi
Last recorded94,451 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen Xsara64,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF09 VDT
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 94,451 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2024 91,312 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 5 Dec 2024 91,270 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 11 Dec 2023 88,011 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged pick up ring on driveshaft lightly rubbing on sensor at certain positions (1.6 (e))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear "P" bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear "P" bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2022 83,913 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component RACK. (2.1.5 (a))

n/s sill corroded not within prescribed area.

Pass 13 Dec 2021 78,950 miles

Coolant leak ()

Fail 1 Dec 2021 78,823 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced center outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced center outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Coolant leak ()

Pass 2 Dec 2020 73,761 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge wear and also lightly perished (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge wear and also lightly perished (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge wear and also lightly perished (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge wear and also lightly perished (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 66,739 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Spare tyre defective flat ()

Fail 5 Jun 2019 66,739 miles

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

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Spare tyre defective flat ()

Pass 1 Jun 2018 61,047 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 18 May 2018 60,941 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 9 Jun 2017 55,697 miles

engine covers fitted

front down pipe bracket cracked but system is secure

Pass 8 Jul 2016 50,923 miles

under-trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 3 Jul 2015 44,116 miles

front discs slight wear

rear tyres perrished

Fail 9 Jul 2014 36,821 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise both rear tyres showing signs of sidewall and inner tread cracking

Pass 9 Jul 2014 36,821 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise both rear tyres showing signs of sidewall and inner tread cracking

Pass 3 Jul 2013 29,262 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 22,599 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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YF09 VDT is a 2009 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 YF09 VDT, 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 YF09 VDT registered?

YF09 VDT is a 2009 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 15 July 2009.

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