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CF57 AOW

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

121,049 mi
Last recorded121,049 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2020
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF57 AOW
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2020 121,049 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sil going soft (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 30 Jan 2020 121,030 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sil corroded holed and rest of sil going soft (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sil going soft (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 23 Jan 2019 112,683 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced lower outer sil (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Jan 2019 112,683 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced lower outer sil (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2018 103,000 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 96,527 miles

both rear tyres out of shape on inner edges

heat shield under bonnet loose

Pass 2 Mar 2016 90,264 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2016 90,264 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Feb 2015 72,127 miles

Mount on rear silencer is excessivly corroded but erxhaust is secure at time of test

Fail 19 Feb 2015 72,124 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Mount on rear silencer is excessivly corroded but erxhaust is secure at time of test

Pass 4 Mar 2014 60,822 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 47,010 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 33,159 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Jan 2011 19,598 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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CF57 AOW is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 CF57 AOW, 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 CF57 AOW registered?

CF57 AOW is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 27 February 2008.

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