2004 Citroen Xsara 2.0L Diesel · MK54 AET

The vehicle is currently not roadworthy following a failed MOT test on 5 January 2026 at 81,712 miles. The maintenance trend appears erratic. While the car passed its previous test on 8 January 2025, the record shows a pattern of immediate failures followed by passes in 2024 and 2025, suggesting a lack of pre-test preparation. The most recent failure is particularly concerning as it remains unresolved six months later. The mileage is exceptionally low for a twenty-two-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 3,714 miles per year. Between January 2024 and January 2026, the odometer moved from 79,946 to 81,712 miles, confirming a consistent but very light usage pattern of approximately 800 to 900 miles per year. Such low activity often indicates a vehicle that has spent significant time stationary, which can lead to specific degradation issues. A buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of the braking system and rubber components. Long periods of inactivity frequently cause binding calipers and perished suspension bushes or coil springs. Given the age of this Citroen, structural corrosion around the sills and chassis should be checked thoroughly, as the MOT record provided lacks detail on any advisories that might have preceded the recent failures. The lack of recorded defects during the previous passes suggests the car was mechanically sound in 2024 and 2025. However, the current failed status means the vehicle cannot be legally driven on public roads. A technician should verify the current state of the exhaust emissions and tyre perishability, as low-mileage cars often suffer from cracked sidewalls despite having plenty of tread remaining.