2006 Citroen Xsara 1.6L Petrol · SM06 VEU

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, maintaining a consistent pass record over the last four years. The most recent MOT test on 7 October 2025 at 114,429 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, despite an initial failure on the same day. This sequence suggests a minor issue was rectified immediately prior to the retest, and the vehicle has since maintained a clean sheet through subsequent annual inspections back to 2022. The mileage pattern is notably low for a twenty-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,700 miles per year. Between October 2022 and October 2025, the car covered 9,856 miles, moving from 104,573 to 114,429 miles. This low annual usage indicates the vehicle has likely seen short-distance trips which reduces general mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine components. However, low mileage on an older Citroen can mask the degradation of rubber-based components and seals which are not always captured by the MOT tester. Given the lack of recorded advisories in the provided history, a buyer should focus their in-person inspection on structural integrity and age-related perish. Older Xsara models are prone to corrosion on the rear sills and suspension mounting points, which may not be flagged until they become significant. You should also inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for cracking, as low-mileage vehicles often suffer from dry rot rather than mechanical wear. Checking the brake discs for pitting or rust is also advisable, as vehicles that sit for long periods tend to develop surface oxidation that can seize calipers.