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LV57 EJD

2008 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

47,061 mi
Last recorded47,061 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV57 EJD
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 47,061 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective rear box strap (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Jan 2025 46,348 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 31 Jan 2025 46,348 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2024 45,650 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Fail 24 Jan 2024 45,650 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jan 2023 44,770 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2022 43,487 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2022 43,487 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2021 42,488 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 41,651 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2020 41,651 miles

Nearside Side repeater likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2019 39,562 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2019 39,561 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jan 2018 36,729 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 33,267 miles

NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE OUTER SIDE WALL PERISHED

OFFSIDE REAR TYRE OUTER SIDE WALL PERISHED

OIL LEAK

Pass 1 Feb 2016 29,864 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

clutch pedal anti slip pad worn

Pass 2 Feb 2015 27,036 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

o/s/f tyre is cracking

Fail 2 Feb 2015 27,036 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

o/s/f tyre is cracking

Pass 27 Jan 2014 24,238 miles

nsr tyre perished

Pass 25 Jan 2013 21,440 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 25 Jan 2013 21,440 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 26 Jan 2012 17,422 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Jan 2012 17,422 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Jan 2011 13,910 miles

advise slight exhaust blow front pipe section

advise slight play in off side front steering arm

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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LV57 EJD is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 LV57 EJD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LV57 EJD registered?

LV57 EJD is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 8 February 2008.

Is LV57 EJD safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV57 EJD shows 24 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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