2006 Citroen Xsara 1.6L Petrol · YD56 AEU

The 2006 Citroën Xsara is presently roadworthy following the November 2021 MOT at 113,593 miles, which recorded no defects. The maintenance trend shows improvement, as the most recent test eliminated the binding rear brakes, excessive play in the front Macpherson strut top bush and other faults that appeared in earlier failures. The vehicle’s mileage of 113,593 equates to about 5,680 miles per year, a figure that is low for a 20‑year‑old model and suggests extended periods of limited use or standing. Mileage rose steadily from 22,880 miles in May 2011 to 113,593 miles in November 2021, with no anomalous jumps, and the intervals between tests average roughly one year, indicating consistent usage. Recurring faults point to specific areas that merit close inspection: the front Macpherson strut top bush and anti‑roll bar linkage ball joint have repeatedly shown excessive play, the rear brakes have exhibited imbalance, and the off‑side front coil spring fractured in 2020, indicating potential suspension fatigue. Structural rust affecting the exhaust and rear bracket, together with tyre wear patterns that have repeatedly approached or fallen below the 1.6 mm legal limit, also require verification. A buyer should therefore examine the condition of the front and rear suspension bushes, the integrity of the coil spring and anti‑roll bar components, the functionality of the rear brake system, and the presence of any cracks or corrosion in the exhaust and rear bracket, while also checking tyre tread depth and headlamp aim to confirm that the vehicle remains free of the defects documented in earlier MOTs.