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FM57 DKO

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

103,926 mi
Last recorded103,926 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2017
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM57 DKO
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2017 103,926 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2017 103,926 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 Dec 2016 93,160 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2016 93,160 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 27 Nov 2015 86,754 miles

Nearside Rear Upper exhaust bracket broken

Pass 24 Nov 2014 75,182 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear exhaust clamp broken but system still supported

Fail 24 Nov 2014 75,172 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

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

rear exhaust clamp broken but system still supported

Pass 2 Dec 2013 63,872 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

exhaust rear silencer support strap badly rusted

n/s/r tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 13 Dec 2012 52,583 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 43,823 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 33,529 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2011 33,529 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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FM57 DKO is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FM57 DKO, 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

How do I check the history of FM57 DKO?

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What year was FM57 DKO registered?

FM57 DKO is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 25 January 2008.

Is FM57 DKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM57 DKO shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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