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YG59 OSM

2009 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

55,471 mi
Last recorded55,471 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen Xsara64,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG59 OSM
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 55,471 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 51,975 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Nov 2023 46,594 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2023 46,559 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury lens (6.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2022 41,392 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2021 36,094 miles

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 17 Nov 2021 36,094 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 31,324 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))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 23,980 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 16,121 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 15,945 miles

both front tyres slightly out of shape

Pass 20 Sep 2016 14,821 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 13,439 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 11,925 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 10,262 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 7,862 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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YG59 OSM is a 2009 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YG59 OSM, 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 YG59 OSM registered?

YG59 OSM is a 2009 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is YG59 OSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG59 OSM shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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