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AJ57 YGP

2008 Citroen Xsara

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

128,207 mi
Last recorded128,207 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2019
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ57 YGP
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2019 128,207 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

both outer sills corroded/weak

Fail 8 Feb 2019 128,207 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

both outer sills corroded/weak

Pass 23 Jan 2018 105,197 miles

rear exhaust strap broken

Fail 22 Jan 2018 105,197 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear exhaust strap broken

Pass 24 Jan 2017 97,261 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 94,202 miles

Nearside Front Lower outer sill appears corroded and weak

Offside Front Lower outer sill corroded and weak

Pass 9 Feb 2015 91,681 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 29 Oct 2013 79,922 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

NSF tyre starting to wear on outer edge.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Oct 2013 79,922 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

NSF tyre starting to wear on outer edge.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Oct 2012 68,035 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 27 Oct 2012 68,035 miles

Centre Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Oct 2011 55,228 miles

Rear exhaust support slightly corroded

Pass 3 Nov 2010 44,037 miles

n/s/r tyre getting low

unable to check inner brake pads

How Reliable is the Citroen Xsara?

Based on 5,047,330 MOT tests across 355,498 vehicles.

69.1%
Pass Rate
7,021
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
355,498
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 242,573
Registration plate lamp not working 140,363
Stop lamp not working 132,977
position lamp(s) not working 129,143
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 102,720
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AJ57 YGP is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2008 Citroen Xsara models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 70,413 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Citroen Xsara fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 242,573 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AJ57 YGP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Xsara typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Citroen Xsara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AJ57 YGP is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 8 January 2008.

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