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KS57 DVK

2008 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2014
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

71,721 mi
Last recorded71,721 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2013
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS57 DVK
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2013 71,721 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 71,721 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fail 9 Jul 2012 63,049 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear box exhaust bracket corroded

Pass 9 Jul 2012 63,049 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear box exhaust bracket corroded

Pass 6 Jul 2011 54,723 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

both front tyre wear low.

Fail 21 Jan 2011 48,456 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Jan 2011 48,456 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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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KS57 DVK is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 KS57 DVK, 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 KS57 DVK registered?

KS57 DVK is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 16 January 2008.

Is KS57 DVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS57 DVK shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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