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BG58 MYW

2008 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2023
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

95,734 mi
Last recorded95,734 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2022
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG58 MYW
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2022 95,734 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 21 Jun 2022 95,695 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended BOTH BUCKLES (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Rear Spare wheel insecure in carrier (6.1.5 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Jul 2021 93,898 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

n/s/r and o/s/f tyres cracking outer walls

Fail 3 Jul 2021 93,885 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

ABS sensor catching ABS ring n/s/f

N/S/R and O/S/F Tyres outer walls cracking badly

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring broken

Pass 15 Jun 2020 91,597 miles

Nearside Front Inner Body not fully secure (6.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Body not fully secure (6.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear seat missing

Fail 11 Jun 2020 91,582 miles

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

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear seat missing

Pass 15 Jun 2019 89,764 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 87,322 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 10 Jul 2018 87,314 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 12 Sep 2017 79,515 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 67,533 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 66,494 miles
Fail 26 May 2015 62,147 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 May 2015 62,147 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 56,621 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 50,806 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2013 50,756 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2012 40,789 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 30,560 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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BG58 MYW is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 BG58 MYW, 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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What year was BG58 MYW registered?

BG58 MYW is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 28 November 2008.

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