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DV58 MBY

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2024
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

84,325 mi
Last recorded84,325 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV58 MBY
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2023 84,325 miles

Offside wing mirror glass damaged

Rear wiper split

rear silencer strap detached

service light illuminated

various underbody corrosion

Fail 5 Aug 2023 84,323 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced seat mounting outer sil (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced seat mounting outer sil (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sil (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside wing mirror glass damaged

Rear wiper split

rear silencer strap detached

service light illuminated

various underbody corrosion

Pass 6 Aug 2022 80,392 miles

Nearside Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light side repeater (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Spare tyre defective ()

Fail 3 Aug 2022 80,390 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Power steering pipe/hose leaking going to rack (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front exhaust silencer corroded

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Steering system slightly rough strut mounting (2.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 3 Aug 2021 69,502 miles

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

Fail 3 Aug 2021 69,502 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2020 65,057 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2019 60,729 miles

Offside Front cover sill corroded but just outside seat belt prescribed area

Pass 12 Oct 2018 59,831 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 55,088 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 51,572 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2016 51,572 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 48,528 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2015 48,528 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 12 Sep 2014 44,265 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 44,265 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 39,007 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 33,639 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 27,436 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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DV58 MBY is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 DV58 MBY, 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 DV58 MBY registered?

DV58 MBY is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 October 2008.

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