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FN58 UWG

2008 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

121,063 mi
Last recorded121,063 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN58 UWG
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 121,063 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2024 116,681 miles

slight corrosion evident on under body and components

Pass 20 Sep 2023 113,654 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both on sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

exhaust cat section corroded

offside front outer and nearside rear outer sills corroded

Fail 20 Sep 2023 113,654 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both on sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged abs ring rubbing on sensor (1.6 (e))

exhaust cat section corroded

offside front outer and nearside rear outer sills corroded

Pass 28 Sep 2022 111,370 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at front joint and centre box (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Fail 27 Sep 2022 111,370 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at front joint and centre box (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2021 108,140 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2021 108,124 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 104,195 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 15 Sep 2020 104,195 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 100,087 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2019 100,087 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Exhaust hanger corroded

Pass 24 Sep 2018 94,596 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 85,056 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 79,708 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 65,849 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 54,558 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 43,334 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 32,551 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 21,953 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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FN58 UWG is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FN58 UWG, 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 FN58 UWG registered?

FN58 UWG is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 September 2008.

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