MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
146,424 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
Nearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
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))
Offside Front Lower Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drive shaft gaiter split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()
Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm and inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))
Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
both rear reversing lights not working
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()
Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm and inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))
Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
both rear reversing lights not working
Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Exhaust system insecure rear box (6.1.2 (a))
Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
oil leak
Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
oil leak
Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
Front Wipers poor
Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Poorly secured ()
Oil leak, but not excessive Engine + Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Rear exhaust bracket broken
Exhaust mounting defective rear exhaust hanger broken (6.1.2 (a))
Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
engine covers and or under trays fitted
front wipers streaking / smearing
Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))
Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle tyre fouling inner arch shield on lock to lock check (5.2.3 (f))
Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS
Exhaust mounting defective rear exhaust hanger broken (6.1.2 (a))
Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
engine covers and or under trays fitted
front wipers streaking / smearing
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
n/s front outer sill panel corroded
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
n/s front outer sill panel corroded
Front inner brake pads appear low
Spare tyre is below the legal limit and has a puncture
Front inner brake pads appear low
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm also punctured (4.1.E.1)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Spare tyre is below the legal limit and has a puncture
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
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)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
o/s/f tyre 3mm tread n/s/f tyre 2.5mm tread (legal limit 1.6mm )
How Reliable is the Citroen Xsara?
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KY58 VRP is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.2%.
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 KY58 VRP, 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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KY58 VRP is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 8 September 2008.
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