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AY58 YMS

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

80,590 mi
Last recorded80,590 miles
Recorded on17 May 2018
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY58 YMS
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2018 80,590 miles
Fail 16 May 2018 80,590 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Aug 2017 76,185 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 70,308 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 61,755 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 53,280 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 44,858 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2013 44,858 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 35,653 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 29,290 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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AY58 YMS is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AY58 YMS, 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 AY58 YMS registered?

AY58 YMS is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 17 September 2008.

Is AY58 YMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY58 YMS shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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