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CP57 UBU

2008 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2026
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

144,024 mi
Last recorded144,024 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP57 UBU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2025 144,024 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 3 Feb 2025 144,007 miles

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill holed and corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill holed and corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 8 Feb 2024 139,603 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2024 139,603 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2023 132,694 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2023 132,670 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn n/s + o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill holed and corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill holed and corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Jan 2022 126,600 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2022 126,600 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2021 120,381 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2021 120,381 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2020 115,133 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 107,960 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2019 107,960 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jan 2018 100,670 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 92,180 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 83,371 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2015 73,007 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 63,305 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2013 63,305 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 5 Dec 2012 56,049 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 5 Dec 2012 56,049 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 3 Dec 2011 47,533 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 40,653 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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CP57 UBU is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 CP57 UBU, 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 CP57 UBU registered?

CP57 UBU is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 January 2008.

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