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LR58 VBM

2008 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

147,014 mi
Last recorded147,014 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2017
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR58 VBM
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2017 147,014 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint n/s and o/s (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 18 Feb 2017 147,014 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint n/s and o/s (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 136,107 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 119,720 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 103,367 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2014 103,367 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside front tyre very low on inner edge

offside front tyre bald on inner edge

Pass 1 Mar 2013 84,955 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front bumper damaged

no tread on inside of offside front tyre(advise to replace)

Fail 28 Feb 2013 84,942 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Upper Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

front bumper damaged

no tread on inside of offside front tyre(advise to replace)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 56,498 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside front wheel tight to spin,...not binding

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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LR58 VBM is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LR58 VBM, 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 LR58 VBM registered?

LR58 VBM is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 12 September 2008.

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