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AU58 WVN

2008 Citroen Xsara

Black Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

49,435 mi
Last recorded49,435 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2024
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU58 WVN
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2024 49,435 miles

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Dec 2022 48,589 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2022 48,588 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened spring seat holed (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Dec 2021 47,656 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2021 47,262 miles

Exhaust mounting defective center section hanger broken (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 29 Dec 2020 47,245 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Exhaust mounting defective center section hanger broken (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Dec 2019 46,371 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 44,356 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2018 44,356 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Dec 2017 40,827 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 36,510 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 31,968 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2015 31,968 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Dec 2014 28,009 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 23,879 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 19,901 miles

All four tyres slightly perished

Pass 20 Dec 2011 15,895 miles

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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AU58 WVN is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Black with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AU58 WVN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU58 WVN registered?

AU58 WVN is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is AU58 WVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU58 WVN shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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