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FP58 VGY

2008 Citroen Xsara

Brown Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2025
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

172,158 mi
Last recorded172,158 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2024
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP58 VGY
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2024 172,158 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2023 154,105 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 128,362 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2021 127,036 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 130,589 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 126,522 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 122,592 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 114,990 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 8 Aug 2016 114,990 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Aug 2015 105,432 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Aug 2014 90,197 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2013 78,660 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

rear exhaust bracket well corroded

Fail 30 Jul 2013 78,660 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

rear exhaust bracket well corroded

Fail 7 Aug 2012 65,300 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Aug 2012 65,300 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 52,141 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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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FP58 VGY is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Brown with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 FP58 VGY, 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 FP58 VGY registered?

FP58 VGY is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 16 December 2008.

Is FP58 VGY safe to buy?

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