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CY57 CXR

2008 Citroen Xsara

Black Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

101,367 mi
Last recorded101,367 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCY57 CXR
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2026 101,367 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 28 Aug 2026 101,367 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 28 Aug 2025 93,069 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 92,950 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 91,877 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 89,401 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 86,887 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 85,586 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 83,445 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 81,138 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 77,234 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 73,888 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 68,708 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 63,824 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 53,375 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 6 Feb 2012 43,379 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 35,039 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2011 35,038 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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CY57 CXR is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Black with a 1,560cc petrol 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 CY57 CXR, 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 CY57 CXR registered?

CY57 CXR is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 19 January 2008.

Is CY57 CXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for CY57 CXR 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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