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YG59 YGY

2009 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

97,671 mi
Last recorded97,671 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2024
Typical for 2009 Citroen Xsara64,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2024 97,671 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective BOTH HEADLAMPS SMEARED (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underseal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underseal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2023 88,923 miles

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

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 86,336 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 79,919 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 73,268 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 67,472 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 59,989 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 30 Nov 2018 59,989 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 11 Sep 2017 55,618 miles

Exhaust corroded

Pass 19 Sep 2016 50,987 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2016 50,987 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 46,271 miles

both rear brakes are noisy

nearside rear brake is hanging on slightly

Fail 23 Sep 2015 46,271 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed due to bad cracking (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed due to bad cracking (4.1.D.1b)

both rear brakes are noisy

nearside rear brake is hanging on slightly

Pass 24 Sep 2014 39,139 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front tyres are badly cracked

rear brakes noisy on application

rear exhaust hanger (body band) broken but system is secure

rear tyres are cracking

Pass 23 Sep 2013 26,824 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 16,228 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 YGY 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 81.3%.

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 YG59 YGY, 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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YG59 YGY is a 2009 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 28 September 2009.

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