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HT57 EXA

2008 Citroen Xsara

Brown Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2020
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

113,118 mi
Last recorded113,118 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2019
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT57 EXA
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2019 113,118 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ns/os (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Lower sill damaged

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

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

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Fail 19 Aug 2019 113,118 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ns/os (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Lower sill damaged

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Offside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 96,709 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 92,908 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output covers fitted (1.7.5a)

Outer sills damaged

Fail 9 Aug 2017 92,908 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output covers fitted (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Outer sills damaged

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 13 Jan 2017 92,390 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported silencer hanger broken (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Rear Outer sill damaged

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

Oil leak ()

engine idling erratic

Pass 24 Feb 2016 87,805 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both outer sills damaged

child seats fitted obscuring adult seat belts

diesel on fuel tank / possible leak but no visible signs

rear silencer hanger broken but exhaust still supported

Fail 26 Feb 2015 83,441 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside outer sill damaged

rear silencer hanger broken but exhaust still supported

Pass 26 Feb 2015 83,441 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside outer sill damaged

rear silencer hanger broken but exhaust still supported

Pass 26 Feb 2014 78,300 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres worn on edges

manifold heat shield loose

nearside outer sill damaged

rear exhaust hanger strap broken from corrosion but exhaust still supported

unrepairable puncture in nearside rear tyre

Pass 25 Feb 2013 72,822 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 59,412 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 16 Jun 2012 59,412 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 May 2011 38,416 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 Jan 2011 34,490 miles

n/s/f tyre wearing low

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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HT57 EXA is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Brown with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 HT57 EXA, 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 HT57 EXA registered?

HT57 EXA is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 6 February 2008.

Is HT57 EXA safe to buy?

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