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FM57 XOC

2008 Citroen Xsara

Brown Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

84,676 mi
Last recorded84,676 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM57 XOC
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 84,676 miles
Pass 10 May 2025 80,475 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear axle corroded

Pass 3 May 2024 75,169 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 71,450 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2022 69,642 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2022 69,642 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both wipers (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle fouling on full lock (5.2.3 (f))

Offside Front Steering linkage fouling fouling on full lock (2.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 30 Dec 2021 65,992 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2020 50,178 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2020 43,650 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 43,518 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 41,676 miles

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)

Pass 15 Nov 2016 38,843 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 35,481 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2015 35,481 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported back box strap snaped (7.1.1)

Pass 18 Nov 2014 32,011 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 27,871 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 25,874 miles

offside rear lens cracked

Fail 21 Nov 2012 25,874 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

offside rear lens cracked

Pass 2 Nov 2011 25,622 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2011 20,219 miles

o/s & n/s front tyres slight damage on outer side walls

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 XOC is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Brown with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 FM57 XOC, 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 FM57 XOC registered?

FM57 XOC is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 18 January 2008.

Is FM57 XOC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM57 XOC shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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