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GL57 EWD

2008 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

102,782 mi
Last recorded102,782 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2020
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL57 EWD
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2020 102,782 miles

Nearside Front tyre badly perished side wall damaged

Offside Front tyre badly perished

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

Pass 22 Jan 2019 92,813 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 22 Jan 2019 92,813 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Jan 2018 82,528 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 74,104 miles

Nearside front fog lamp lens broken

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 13 Jan 2017 74,104 miles

Nearside front fog lamp lens broken

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Jan 2016 66,584 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine under trays fitted

Pass 5 Jan 2015 58,792 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre has slight sidewall damage

offside rear tyre getting low on tread

Pass 7 Jan 2014 50,930 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing on inner and outer edge

rear exhaust box retaining bracket broken, but exhaust not insecure

Pass 21 Jan 2013 44,697 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 37,230 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 27,436 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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GL57 EWD is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GL57 EWD, 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

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What year was GL57 EWD registered?

GL57 EWD is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 21 January 2008.

Is GL57 EWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL57 EWD shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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