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FY57 XHM

2008 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2023
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

94,169 mi
Last recorded94,169 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY57 XHM
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2022 94,169 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

underbody, sills and suspension are showing signs of corrosion

Fail 17 Feb 2022 94,157 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

underbody, sills and suspension are showing signs of corrosion

Pass 19 Jan 2021 91,341 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2021 91,330 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Jan 2020 88,438 miles

Nearside Front inner steering rack arm has slight play

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

all brake pipes coated in grease/showing slight signs of corrosion

underbody of vehicle showing slight signs of corrosion

Pass 23 Jan 2019 84,329 miles

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

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front-rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

brake pipes coated in grease

outer sills showing slight signs of corrosion

Fail 22 Jan 2019 84,317 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front-rear (1.1.11 (c))

brake pipes coated in grease

outer sills showing slight signs of corrosion

Pass 15 Jan 2018 79,727 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 73,509 miles

brake pipes showing slight signs of corrosion

Pass 29 Dec 2015 62,614 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3 mm centre tread & worn on edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

both front tyres perishing

Fail 29 Dec 2015 62,614 miles

Spare wheel carrier insecure (6.4.2)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3 mm centre tread & worn on edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

both front tyres perishing

Pass 3 Jan 2015 48,717 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 23 Jan 2014 33,477 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2013 29,513 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

child seats fitted to nearside and offside rear

rear silencer temporarily repaired but still secure

Pass 21 Mar 2013 29,513 miles

child seats fitted to nearside and offside rear

rear silencer temporarily repaired but still secure

Pass 16 Mar 2012 24,335 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

rear exhaust hanger badly corroded

Fail 12 Jan 2011 20,237 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jan 2011 20,237 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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FY57 XHM is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FY57 XHM, 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 FY57 XHM registered?

FY57 XHM is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 10 January 2008.

Is FY57 XHM safe to buy?

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