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BV09 LCM

2009 Citroen Xsara Picasso

Brown Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2024
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

124,044 mi
Last recorded124,044 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2024
Typical for 2009 Citroen Xsara Picasso58,130 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV09 LCM
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara Picasso
Year2009
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc
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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 4 Nov 2024 124,044 miles

Emissions unable to be completed excess smoke. (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged interior mirror not fitted. ()

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

underside of vehicle, including components, heavily corroded.

Pass 14 Jan 2023 123,139 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened + rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

undercover fitted obscuring some components

Pass 31 Jan 2022 120,273 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 29 Jan 2021 116,019 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both side (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 29 Jan 2021 116,019 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both side (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2020 111,708 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both side (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 25 Jan 2020 111,708 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both side (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both side (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Feb 2019 104,703 miles

Front n/s-o/s sills have bubbles of corrosion

Fail 31 Jan 2019 104,646 miles

Central Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear exhaust bracket broken

Pass 1 Mar 2017 81,030 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 70,134 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2015 57,895 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 57,895 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 47,379 miles

advise rear exhaust mounting corrosion

Pass 1 Mar 2013 36,509 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 24,359 miles

Both front tyres on 3mm.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

How Reliable is the Citroen Xsara Picasso?

Based on 11,608 MOT tests across 657 vehicles.

71.6%
Pass Rate
5,032
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
657
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 157
Stop lamp not working 116
Registration plate lamp not working 108
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 94
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 92
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BV09 LCM is a 2009 Citroen Xsara Picasso in Brown with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2009 Citroen Xsara Picasso models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 58,130 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Citroen Xsara Picasso fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 157 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BV09 LCM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Xsara Picasso typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 17 years old, this Citroen Xsara Picasso is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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BV09 LCM is a 2009 Citroen Xsara Picasso, first registered on 5 March 2009.

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