2006 Citroen Xsara 1.6L Diesel · LS06 AMO

The 2006 Citroen Xsara has a recent MOT failure on 2025-12-04, recorded at 117,637 miles, just one day before a subsequent pass at the same mileage. This suggests the vehicle may have been driven very little in late 2025, or that the failure was due to isolated issues rather than ongoing deterioration. The failure included significant body corrosion to the nearside front integral structure, reducing rigidity, and a rear exhaust leak. Brake pipe corrosion and a tyre worn close to the legal limit were also noted. Previous MOTs show recurring issues with brake systems, including a 2024 failure for nearside rear service brake lagging and rear brake imbalance, and a 2023 failure with brake pipe corrosion and an oil leak. These indicate potential long-term brake system vulnerabilities, though no major defects were recorded in the 2025 pass. The 2024 and 2023 failures occurred at lower mileages (111,697 and 105,429 miles), suggesting issues may have persisted despite lower usage. The vehicle’s mileage of 117,637 miles over 20 years equates to roughly 5,882 miles per year, which is low for its age. This could imply light use or prolonged periods of inactivity, both of which may contribute to corrosion, fluid degradation, or component stiffness. However, the lack of major defects in the 2025 pass indicates some systems remain functional, though the recent corrosion and brake issues highlight ongoing risks.