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HW57 JVM

2008 Citroen Xsara

Brown Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

114,999 mi
Last recorded114,999 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW57 JVM
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 114,999 miles

Nearside corrosion outer sills

Offside corrosion outer sill

Pass 9 May 2025 107,257 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 97,361 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 24 May 2024 97,361 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Apr 2024 97,349 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2023 92,505 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 90,414 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2019 81,850 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 72,755 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 62,087 miles

N/S/R tyre wearing unevenly.

Pass 16 Jan 2016 54,121 miles

Nearside Front Brake binding slightly

Offside Rear Full size spare wheel fitted

Fail 16 Jan 2016 54,121 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake binding slightly

Pass 16 Jan 2015 46,459 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 39,647 miles

1.Corrosion on front brake discs. 2.O/S/R Tyre cracking on sidewalls.

Pass 9 Feb 2013 32,731 miles

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

O/S/R Tyre cracking on outer sidewalls.

Pass 13 Feb 2012 26,292 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2011 18,618 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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HW57 JVM is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Brown with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 HW57 JVM, 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 HW57 JVM registered?

HW57 JVM is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 28 February 2008.

Is HW57 JVM safe to buy?

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