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GR57 EWC

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

96,584 mi
Last recorded96,584 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2020
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGR57 EWC
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2020 96,584 miles

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

Fail 10 Sep 2020 96,582 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 3 May 2019 92,558 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 89,170 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 83,926 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 76,384 miles

Centre Front undertray fitted

Pass 1 Jun 2015 68,266 miles
Fail 29 May 2015 68,264 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Jan 2015 65,412 miles

Advise both Front Tyres are on the minimum legal limit now ( replacement advised ).

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise rear brakes noisy on application

Fail 10 Jan 2014 54,917 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

offside and nearside rear tyre inner edges of tread heavily perished and cracked

Pass 10 Jan 2014 54,917 miles

offside and nearside rear tyre inner edges of tread heavily perished and cracked

Pass 18 Jan 2013 45,638 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Jan 2013 45,638 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jan 2012 36,274 miles

Oil leak

Pass 28 Jan 2011 28,787 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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GR57 EWC is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 GR57 EWC, 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 GR57 EWC registered?

GR57 EWC is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is GR57 EWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GR57 EWC shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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