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BV58 LUB

2008 Citroen Xsara

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2017
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

128,214 mi
Last recorded128,214 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2016
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV58 LUB
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2016 128,214 miles

advise a lot of general knocks and bangs around vehicle

advise large stickers on windscreen but just outside wiped area

advise n/s/f side wing repeater lens missing but orange bulb in place

advise n/s/r and o/s/r outer door skin accident damaged

advise o/s/r brake squealing

Fail 27 Jan 2016 128,214 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working both front side lights not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage passenger door mirror jagged edges (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users inner wheel plastic wheel arch insecure and hanging down fouling on tyre and coil spring (6.1.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure number plate bulb holder insecure (1.1.C.1c)

advise a lot of general knocks and bangs around vehicle

advise large stickers on windscreen but just outside wiped area

advise n/s/f side wing repeater lens missing but orange bulb in place

advise n/s/r and o/s/r outer door skin accident damaged

advise o/s/r brake squealing

Pass 1 Apr 2015 118,379 miles

(advise) n/s/f fog light mtg base broken and fog light hanging down underside of vehicle so removed fog light

(advise) n/s/f wing side repeater lens missing but orange bulb fitted and flashing correct colour

(advise) n/s/r tyre aprroaching 2mm tread wear indicators

(advise) o/s/r tyre on 2mm tread wear indicator 185x65x15

Pass 12 Mar 2014 96,533 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2014 96,533 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 75,595 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2013 75,595 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 31 Jan 2012 58,254 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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BV58 LUB is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 BV58 LUB, 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 BV58 LUB registered?

BV58 LUB is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is BV58 LUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV58 LUB shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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