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FV57 GFU

2008 Citroen Xsara Picasso

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

111,966 mi
Last recorded111,966 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara Picasso66,740 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV57 GFU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara Picasso
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 111,966 miles

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))

Fail 27 Nov 2025 111,910 miles

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer cill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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 26 Nov 2024 109,190 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Nov 2023 106,155 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Dec 2022 103,247 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2022 103,191 miles

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Pass 4 Dec 2021 99,937 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2021 99,937 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Pass 10 Dec 2020 96,308 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 93,015 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 2 Dec 2019 93,009 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2018 88,840 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 85,010 miles

Nearside and o/s outer sills slightly corroded

Rear exhaust mount broken

Pass 30 Nov 2016 81,090 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2016 81,090 miles

Offside Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Pass 8 Dec 2015 73,249 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 61,266 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 47,965 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 32,513 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 21,623 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2011 21,623 miles

Spare wheel insecure (6.4.2)

Pass 25 Jan 2011 18,331 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen Xsara Picasso?

Based on 11,608 MOT tests across 657 vehicles.

71.6%
Pass Rate
5,032
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
657
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 157
Stop lamp not working 116
Registration plate lamp not working 108
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 94
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 92
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FV57 GFU is a 2008 Citroen Xsara Picasso in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2008 Citroen Xsara Picasso models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 66,740 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen Xsara Picasso fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 157 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FV57 GFU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Xsara Picasso typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 18 years old, this Citroen Xsara Picasso is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FV57 GFU registered?

FV57 GFU is a 2008 Citroen Xsara Picasso, first registered on 29 January 2008.

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