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HG58 BOF

2008 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

78,568 mi
Last recorded78,568 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG58 BOF
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 78,568 miles

Brake pedal pivot has slight wear or free play (1.1.1 (b))

Pass 4 Aug 2025 73,658 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine area

Pass 2 Apr 2025 72,720 miles

Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured both units x 2 (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front tyre inner tread damaged

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 2 Apr 2025 72,720 miles

Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured both units x 2 (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front tyre inner tread damaged

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working sidelight (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Mar 2024 68,504 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 64,397 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 57,978 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 57,094 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 56,377 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 52,062 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 47,596 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 42,634 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 38,630 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 34,582 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 30,126 miles

rear tyres cracking on inner sidewalls

Pass 22 Apr 2013 26,235 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 24,033 miles

FRONT TYRES ON 2MM

Pass 11 Oct 2011 17,372 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 BOF is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 BOF, 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 BOF registered?

HG58 BOF is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 11 October 2008.

Is HG58 BOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG58 BOF shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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