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EK58 UFW

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

114,707 mi
Last recorded114,707 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK58 UFW
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Fail 1 Jun 2026 114,707 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Spare tyre defective

Pass 28 May 2025 112,391 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 28 May 2025 112,391 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Jun 2024 109,445 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Spare tyre defective

Pass 19 Jun 2023 104,818 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Spare tyre defective Deteriorated

Pass 9 Jun 2022 99,633 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Clamp broken but system sufficiently secure. (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 8 Jun 2022 99,633 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Clamp broken but system sufficiently secure. (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 94,128 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Muffler strap corroded and broken but system adequately supported. (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Jun 2020 88,843 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2019 84,705 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 79,399 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 71,095 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 64,654 miles

windscreen wipers slightly deteriorated

Pass 25 Sep 2015 56,172 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 46,086 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 39,769 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 31,342 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 24,430 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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EK58 UFW is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EK58 UFW, 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 EK58 UFW registered?

EK58 UFW is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 18 October 2008.

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