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FG58 OTU

2008 Citroen Xsara

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2022
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

240,408 mi
Last recorded240,408 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2021
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG58 OTU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2021 240,408 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 233,619 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2020 233,619 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Nov 2019 233,468 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2019 233,468 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 233,270 miles

rear wiper blade rubber worn away

slight smearing to both front wiper blades,

Pass 19 Jul 2017 218,634 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 207,354 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 62,881 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 60,761 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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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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FG58 OTU is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FG58 OTU, 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 FG58 OTU registered?

FG58 OTU is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 27 October 2008.

Is FG58 OTU safe to buy?

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