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HG58 BFY

2008 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

97,872 mi
Last recorded97,872 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG58 BFY
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 24 Sep 2021 97,872 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread, tread on 3mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 88,561 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside cv joint slight worn

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2019 80,756 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 79,979 miles

Rear exhaust band broken

Fail 18 Feb 2019 79,979 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high adjusted (4.1.2 (a))

Rear exhaust band broken

Pass 7 Feb 2018 70,141 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2018 70,140 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Coil spring not correctly located touching body on lock (2.4.C.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 185/65r15 (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front shock absorber incorrectly fitted

Pass 20 Oct 2016 54,726 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Oct 2015 44,122 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 34,533 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 24,642 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2012 15,937 miles

front discs worn and lipped

Pass 20 Oct 2011 11,110 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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HG58 BFY is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 HG58 BFY, 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 HG58 BFY registered?

HG58 BFY is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 27 October 2008.

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