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GJ58 VTD

2008 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

71,557 mi
Last recorded71,557 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ58 VTD
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 71,557 miles

Nearside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2024 69,784 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 68,135 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 66,335 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 64,515 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 62,891 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 60,414 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 57,034 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both o/s and n/s (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Apr 2017 55,208 miles

All four tyres slightly perished/cracked on inner sidewall's

Slight oil leak

Pass 9 Apr 2016 51,597 miles

All 4 tyres slightly perished/cracked on inner walls

Pass 27 Apr 2015 40,728 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 34,201 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2014 34,184 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 27,630 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 16,343 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 13,993 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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GJ58 VTD is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 GJ58 VTD, 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 GJ58 VTD registered?

GJ58 VTD is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is GJ58 VTD safe to buy?

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