2007 Citroen Xsara 1.6L Diesel · KY07 YRF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having achieved a clean pass in the March 2026 test at 45,621 miles. The maintenance trend shows a period of stability following a significant failure in early 2025. While the history indicates instances of structural corrosion and mechanical wear, the most recent consecutive tests passed with no recorded defects, suggesting that the current owner is proactive in addressing faults once they are identified by the testing centre. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 19-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,400 miles per year. This low usage is consistent across the record, showing only 15,479 miles covered between 2015 and 2026. However, such low mileage often leads to age-related degradation rather than mechanical wear. This was evidenced in the March 2022 test at 39,678 miles, where all four tyres were flagged for perishing and cracking despite likely having sufficient tread depth. A physical inspection must focus heavily on the structural integrity of the sills. The March 2025 failure revealed critical corrosion reducing structural strength on both the offside and nearside suspension component mounting areas, which is a serious concern for an older Citroen. The buyer should verify that these repairs were professionally executed and that rust has not spread to adjacent metalwork. Additionally, the recurring failure of drive shaft CV boots, seen in 2020 and 2025, indicates that rubber components are prone to splitting due to age and infrequent use. Check for any grease leaks around the front drives shafts to ensure the latest repairs are not failing prematurely.