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HN58 SYY

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

73,141 mi
Last recorded73,141 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN58 SYY
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 73,141 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2024 66,422 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2023 59,516 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2022 55,086 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 49,020 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin starting to wear low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective rear silencer bracket starting to become detached from silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 1 Nov 2021 49,020 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible plate delaminated and inscription lettering worn out (0.1 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin starting to wear low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective rear silencer bracket starting to become detached from silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Nov 2020 46,944 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Nov 2019 45,390 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective back box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 43,903 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2018 43,903 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure SIZE: 185/65R15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2017 41,217 miles

brake fluid low

Pass 8 Nov 2016 36,827 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

both rear tyres cracking on outer sidewall

Pass 9 Nov 2015 35,166 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 34,058 miles

all 4 tyres perished

front wipers juddery

rear wiper juddery

Fail 17 Nov 2014 34,058 miles

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

all 4 tyres perished

front wipers juddery

rear wiper juddery

Pass 2 Dec 2013 32,607 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 Dec 2012 31,582 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 29,816 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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HN58 SYY is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HN58 SYY, 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 HN58 SYY registered?

HN58 SYY is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 17 December 2008.

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