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GU58 HLW

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2023
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

94,994 mi
Last recorded94,994 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU58 HLW
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2022 94,994 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2022 94,994 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Jan 2021 88,558 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2020 85,734 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2019 81,481 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 77,022 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2018 77,022 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Sep 2017 75,956 miles

Offside gearbox diff seal leaking

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage pas switch body (2.3.3b)

both front tyres worn badly inner edge

Fail 15 Sep 2017 75,924 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside gearbox diff seal leaking

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage pas switch body (2.3.3b)

both front tyres worn badly inner edge

Pass 19 Sep 2016 68,444 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 60,358 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2015 60,358 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Sep 2014 53,152 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2014 53,152 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Sep 2013 44,986 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 36,750 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 28,167 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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GU58 HLW is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 GU58 HLW, 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 GU58 HLW registered?

GU58 HLW is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 25 September 2008.

Is GU58 HLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU58 HLW shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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