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EX58 NGJ

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

101,730 mi
Last recorded101,730 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX58 NGJ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 101,730 miles

both front outer sills corroded

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

Fail 6 Oct 2025 101,687 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

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

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

both front outer sills corroded

Pass 28 Oct 2024 96,783 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 88,627 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 84,814 miles

Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated drop link ball joints have slight play both sides of vehicle (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2021 78,929 miles

Nearside front tyre tread worn on outer shoulder.

Pass 14 Oct 2020 72,940 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 67,015 miles

GEARBOX OIL LEAK

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Oct 2019 67,011 miles

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

GEARBOX OIL LEAK

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2018 58,572 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2017 50,712 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2017 50,712 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 21 Oct 2016 47,103 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2016 47,103 miles

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 14 Oct 2015 41,025 miles

Nearside Rear seatbelt not checked due to child seat fitted

Offside Front tyre worn inner and outer edges

Offside Rear seatbelt not checked due to child seat fitted

Rear exhaust box mounting strap broken but exhaust adequately supported

Pass 16 Oct 2014 34,668 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 29,245 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 25,202 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 18,107 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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EX58 NGJ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 EX58 NGJ, 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 EX58 NGJ registered?

EX58 NGJ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 21 November 2008.

Is EX58 NGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX58 NGJ shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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