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KU58 VAM

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2023
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

127,401 mi
Last recorded127,401 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2022
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU58 VAM
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2022 127,401 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 123,287 miles

Front Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

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

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

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 5 Mar 2021 123,272 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill rear sill various places (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and rear sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2020 118,234 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 112,625 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

offside sill slightly corroded and slightly damaged

Fail 21 Feb 2019 112,497 miles

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

offside sill slightly corroded and slightly damaged

Pass 8 Mar 2018 106,229 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2018 106,207 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam Side light (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Front Headlamp aim too low Both (1.8)

Pass 3 Apr 2017 95,995 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 3 Apr 2017 95,995 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 78,557 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 62,089 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 55,271 miles

rear exhaust mounting corroded,

Pass 4 Sep 2013 46,503 miles

rear exhaust hanger strap has corroded, but exhaust is still supported

Fail 4 Sep 2013 46,503 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear exhaust hanger strap has corroded, but exhaust is still supported

Pass 6 Sep 2012 37,695 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 29,780 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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KU58 VAM is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 KU58 VAM, 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 KU58 VAM registered?

KU58 VAM is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 12 September 2008.

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