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BW57 DLJ

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

111,423 mi
Last recorded111,423 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW57 DLJ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2019 111,423 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip in zone A of swept area (3.2 (a) (i))

heat shield loose around catalytic converter

Pass 16 Jun 2018 106,222 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2018 106,222 miles

Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both sides (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2017 99,350 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

general under body rust

Pass 7 Jul 2016 92,003 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

engine covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 20 Jun 2015 84,284 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jul 2014 77,174 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Feb 2013 68,879 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 59,585 miles

Nearside rear tyre worn close to limit

Offside rear tyre worn close to limit

Pass 24 Jan 2011 45,393 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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BW57 DLJ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BW57 DLJ, 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 BW57 DLJ registered?

BW57 DLJ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is BW57 DLJ safe to buy?

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