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HN57 KZD

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2022
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

134,263 mi
Last recorded134,263 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2021
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN57 KZD
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2021 134,263 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 9 Dec 2021 134,262 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Dec 2020 130,874 miles

Exhaust mounting defective rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Nov 2020 130,793 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values 3.5 limit of 1.8 (8.2.2.2 (f))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Exhaust mounting defective rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2019 127,585 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 122,515 miles

front tyres wearing edges

Fail 30 Nov 2018 122,499 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

front tyres wearing edges

Pass 13 Dec 2017 114,776 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 15 Dec 2016 104,346 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn on outer edge

slight play in os steering rack inner joint

Fail 15 Dec 2016 104,346 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear tyre worn on outer edge

slight play in os steering rack inner joint

Pass 18 Dec 2015 92,760 miles

Both front tyres worn on edges

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 18 Dec 2015 92,758 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Both front tyres worn on edges

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 17 Dec 2014 81,292 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 65,088 miles

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)

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

nearside rear tyre has cracks in tread

offside rear tyre has cuts in tread

Pass 8 Oct 2012 50,200 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 49,814 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 20 Dec 2011 45,505 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2010 36,696 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2010 36,696 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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HN57 KZD is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 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 HN57 KZD, 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 HN57 KZD registered?

HN57 KZD is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 7 January 2008.

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