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AX57 HVF

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

103,532 mi
Last recorded103,532 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX57 HVF
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2024 103,532 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 May 2023 93,424 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 90,581 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 86,656 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 82,345 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 74,818 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 67,822 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2018 67,822 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 26 Apr 2017 61,037 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 55,940 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Jan 2015 51,508 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

increase in rear brake effort slightly uneven ,o/s low

Pass 31 Jan 2014 47,191 miles

rearmost exhaust bracket poor

all tyre walls slightly perished

Pass 30 Jan 2013 40,173 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 31,355 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 23,784 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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AX57 HVF is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 AX57 HVF, 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 AX57 HVF registered?

AX57 HVF is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is AX57 HVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX57 HVF shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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