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BJ57 FKY

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

81,582 mi
Last recorded81,582 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2018
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ57 FKY
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2018 81,582 miles

Central exhaust corrosion , but not leaking

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 21 Feb 2017 75,766 miles

Nearside Front tyre edges worn

Offside Front tyre edges worn

Pass 16 Feb 2016 68,981 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Pass 17 Feb 2015 60,960 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Child seat n/s/r

Exhaust system corroded

Pass 18 Feb 2014 52,551 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

both rear tyre sidewalls are perished and cracking no cords visible

Pass 21 Feb 2013 43,885 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2013 43,830 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 16 Feb 2012 35,070 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Feb 2011 25,961 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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BJ57 FKY is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BJ57 FKY, 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 BJ57 FKY registered?

BJ57 FKY is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 18 February 2008.

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