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BJ58 OWP

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

63,629 mi
Last recorded63,629 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ58 OWP
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2021 63,629 miles

Engine covers & Undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 23 Nov 2021 63,629 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Engine covers & Undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 60,114 miles

Engine covers & Undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 23 Nov 2020 60,088 miles

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

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Sticker obstructing (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Sticker obstructing (0.1 (d))

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

Engine covers & Undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Oct 2019 55,521 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 50,782 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 45,388 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 37,365 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 29,270 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

oil leaks

Fail 16 Oct 2015 29,117 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

oil leaks

Fail 28 Oct 2014 21,139 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 28 Oct 2014 21,139 miles

Oil leak

Pass 11 Oct 2013 12,798 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Oct 2012 10,797 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Oct 2011 9,046 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2011 9,046 miles

Nearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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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BJ58 OWP is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 BJ58 OWP, 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 BJ58 OWP registered?

BJ58 OWP is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 22 October 2008.

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