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GK58 WBN

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

99,870 mi
Last recorded99,870 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK58 WBN
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2025 99,870 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 95,780 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))

Rear silencer strap broken but still supporting exhaust

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Feb 2024 95,769 miles

Fuel system component leaking injectors and combustion gasses leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear silence strap broken but still supporting exhaust

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2023 90,409 miles

Coolant bottle empty. Topped up water only, 2.5/3lts.

Exhaust mounting defective Turbo heat shield insecure. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake noise.

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Feb 2022 83,896 miles

Coolant resevoir empty. Topped up water only.

Fluid leak, but not excessive Coolant leak from oil cooler area. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Box mounting bracket/strap. (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Mar 2021 75,782 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Tyre > 10 years old.

Fail 8 Mar 2021 75,782 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit > 1.8m-1 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Tyre > 10 years old.

Pass 11 Mar 2020 70,648 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 64,919 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 60,261 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 54,944 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 50,408 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 45,338 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 40,801 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2014 40,801 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 35,190 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 30,650 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2012 30,649 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

all tyres kerbed

Pass 12 Sep 2011 22,992 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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GK58 WBN is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 GK58 WBN, 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 GK58 WBN registered?

GK58 WBN is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 15 September 2008.

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