2009 Citroen Xsara 1.6L Petrol · WR09 XGG

The Citroen Xsara is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows signs of worsening structural and mechanical concerns. While it passed its most recent test in August 2025, a failure just month prior revealed significant issues including structural corrosion near a seat belt anchorage. The persistent presence of dampness around the power steering Consistency has been noted across the last three tests, indicating a long-term leak that has not yet been addressed or resolved. The mileage pattern is relatively low for a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,200 miles per year. There was a notable gap of over 8,000 miles between June 2023 and June 2024, followed by a consistent increase of roughly 6,600 miles in the following year. While the low annual mileage suggests light use, the age of the car means it is susceptible to age-related degradation of rubber components and structural integrity rather than simple mechanical wear. A prospective buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the sills and structural joints, as the recent failure highlighted corrosion in a prescribed seat belt anchorage area which is a critical safety concern. The steering rack should be inspected closely to determine if the reported dampness is a minor seep or a leak nearing total failure. Additionally, the suspension—specifically the anti-roll bar linkages—should be checked for play as these were recently identified as failing due to perished dust covers.