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ET57 OYR

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

63,655 mi
Last recorded63,655 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET57 OYR
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 63,655 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2024 63,608 miles

rear exhaust box deteriorating

Pass 18 Dec 2023 63,464 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2023 63,464 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Dec 2022 63,152 miles

Nearside outer sill corroding

Pass 15 Dec 2021 62,624 miles

Nearside outer sill corroding

Rear exhaust box deteriorating

Pass 11 Dec 2020 62,017 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2019 61,589 miles

Nearside Front outer sill corroding

Pass 6 Dec 2018 61,147 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2018 61,147 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2017 59,713 miles

Offside Rear tyre side wall cracking slighty

Pass 2 Nov 2016 57,266 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

slight exhaust blow-rear joint

Fail 2 Nov 2016 57,266 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

slight exhaust blow-rear joint

Pass 6 Jan 2015 53,964 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 47,738 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2013 40,222 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2013 40,222 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 32,757 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2011 25,075 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 25,075 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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ET57 OYR is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 ET57 OYR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ET57 OYR registered?

ET57 OYR is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 16 February 2008.

Is ET57 OYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET57 OYR shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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