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FX58 YYW

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2023
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

76,599 mi
Last recorded76,599 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2022
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX58 YYW
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2022 76,599 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2022 76,599 miles

Nearside Front Upper Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 72,363 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 70,650 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 67,238 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges, 3mm where measurable. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges, 3mm where measurable. (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Minor chip(s) in screen. (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Sep 2019 67,238 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges, 3mm where measurable. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges, 3mm where measurable. (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Minor chip(s) in screen. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2018 62,529 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 57,417 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2016 52,449 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2016 52,449 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 47,035 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2015 47,035 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 41,949 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 35,137 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 29,385 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 22,209 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 22,209 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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FX58 YYW is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 FX58 YYW, 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 FX58 YYW?

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What year was FX58 YYW registered?

FX58 YYW is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 3 September 2008.

Is FX58 YYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX58 YYW shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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