2007 Citroen Xsara 1.6L Petrol · BF07 AEZ

The Citroen Xsara presents as roadworthy following the most recent MOT pass on 5 November 2025 at 90,449 miles, with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend is stable across the available history, showing no recurring advisories or mechanical faults. The vehicle cleared every test from 2022 through 2025 with clean results, indicating consistent compliance with roadworthiness standards. Recorded mileage sits at 90,449 against a 2007 build, averaging roughly 4,760 miles per year. The DVSA entries show gentle accumulation: 84,985 miles on 20 October 2022, 86,722 on 23 October 2023, 88,707 on 21 October 2024, and 90,447 on 27 October 2025 before the pass eight days later at 90,449. Low annual use implies lighter mechanical wear, though extended standing periods common at this mileage can age rubber suspension bushes, brake calipers, and tyres through weathering rather than abrasion. One anomaly warrants scrutiny. The test on 27 October 2025 failed at 90,447 miles yet logged no defects, with a clean pass following on 5 November at 90,449. Such a defect-free failure often stems from administrative or presentational issues at the testing station rather than a mechanical fault, but the buyer should confirm the failure reason via the full DVSA certificate. Given the sparse record, a physical inspection should still target typical Xsara weak points. Examine front subframe and rear axle for corrosion, check coil springs and drop links for fracture, and assess brake disc condition after low-use standing. Verify tyre sidewall cracking from age and test for binding calipers, since the history offers no evidence either way on these consumable and structural items.