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FH57 TDX

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

48,699 mi
Last recorded48,699 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH57 TDX
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 48,699 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Weeping grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2025 44,958 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 6 Jan 2025 44,958 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 5 Jan 2024 43,629 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2023 43,622 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2022 42,842 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Dec 2022 42,842 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Dec 2021 41,964 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2020 41,265 miles

exhaust system deteriorated in places

Fail 23 Dec 2020 41,260 miles

Rear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

exhaust system deteriorated in places

Pass 17 Sep 2019 40,482 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 37,806 miles

Exhaust system is corroded

Rear exhaust box strap is corroded and broken, but still adequately supported

Fail 21 Sep 2018 37,806 miles

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

Exhaust system is corroded

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deep cracks, aged 2007 and tread low 3mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear exhaust box strap is corroded and broken, but still adequately supported

Pass 5 Sep 2017 34,447 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 30,147 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 24,504 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 21,059 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2015 21,059 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2014 16,132 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2013 12,101 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2012 8,631 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 5,267 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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FH57 TDX is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FH57 TDX, 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 FH57 TDX registered?

FH57 TDX is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 8 February 2008.

Is FH57 TDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH57 TDX shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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