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LG58 UYF

2008 Citroen Xsara

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

60,058 mi
Last recorded60,058 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG58 UYF
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Fail 22 Mar 2023 60,058 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexy to drum (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 56,742 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2021 51,554 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 47,282 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2019 41,636 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 26 Mar 2019 41,481 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 35,696 miles

rear exhaust mounting corroded and deteriorated but still supporting system

Pass 22 Mar 2017 34,969 miles

rear exhaust mounting defective

Pass 30 Mar 2016 33,583 miles

Exhaust mounting defective

Fail 23 Mar 2016 33,583 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Exhaust mounting defective

Pass 23 Mar 2015 31,858 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Mar 2014 28,966 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear exhaust hanger deteriorated,

Pass 22 Mar 2013 25,651 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

exhaust mounting broken but system still supported

Pass 27 Mar 2012 22,294 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Mar 2011 17,925 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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LG58 UYF is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LG58 UYF, 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 LG58 UYF registered?

LG58 UYF is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 15 December 2008.

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