2004 Citroen Xsara 2.0L Petrol · AJ54 CKX

The Citroen Xsara presents as roadworthy following the July 2025 test cycle, with a clean pass recorded at 82,987 miles on 14 July 2025. The maintenance trend is stable, showing no advisories or defects across the last three annual tests. The vehicle cleared its most recent examination without fault after a failed attempt four days earlier at 82,984 miles where the tester logged no defects, indicating an administrative or presentation issue rather than a mechanical defect. Annual mileage sits low for a 2004 vehicle, averaging roughly 3,772 miles per year against the 82,987 recorded. The records show steady, light use: 74,298 miles in July 2023, 79,745 at the July 2024 pass, and 82,987 by July 2025. Gaps between tests are minimal, with consistent yearly attendance. Low accumulated distance suggests reduced load on drivetrain and suspension bushes, though prolonged standing periods common to such use can allow corrosion and perished rubber components to develop unseen. The repeated failed entries on 10 July 2025 and 11 July 2024 with zero defects recorded point to documentation or identification mismatches at the testing station, not worn tyres or binding calipers. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection of brake discs, coil springs, and underbody structural integrity given the car's 22-year age. Verify exhaust emissions and check for structural rust at sills and suspension mounts, as MOT clean sheets at low mileage do not rule out latent corrosion. Given the absent advisories, previous owners appear to have maintained statutory testing discipline. The sparse history offers little evidence of skipped upkeep, but the two no-defect failures warrant confirmation that the correct vehicle details were lodged. A pre-purchase check beneath the car remains sensible before commitment.