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LE57 GLJ

2008 Citroen Xsara

Black Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

86,971 mi
Last recorded86,971 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2017
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLE57 GLJ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2017 86,971 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2016 83,692 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2015 77,479 miles

offside rear tyre out of shape

exhaust corroded

nearside rear tyre perishing

Pass 13 Dec 2014 69,373 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2013 65,064 miles

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

Nail in offside front tyre

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

both rear tyres bald on outer edges

both rear tyres have small lumps on inner sidewalls

clutch pedal rubber missing

exhaust corroded

o/s/r lamp unit damaged

Pass 18 Dec 2012 58,483 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 52,300 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 Jan 2011 41,307 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2011 41,307 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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LE57 GLJ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Black with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LE57 GLJ, 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 LE57 GLJ registered?

LE57 GLJ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 25 January 2008.

Is LE57 GLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LE57 GLJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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