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BW57 OVO

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

79,266 mi
Last recorded79,266 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2026 79,266 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2025 74,699 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 71,474 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 69,501 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 67,884 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2021 65,156 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2020 63,424 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2020 63,424 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2019 59,523 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 56,078 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 51,774 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 46,665 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 41,971 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 36,639 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2014 36,639 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 19 Feb 2013 29,671 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 24,186 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 17,432 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 OVO is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 BW57 OVO, 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 OVO registered?

BW57 OVO is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 29 February 2008.

Is BW57 OVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW57 OVO shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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